Achiote Honey Glaze

Elevate your culinary creations with this vibrant Achiote Honey Glaze, a perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors. Featuring the deep earthy tones of achiote paste, the natural sweetness of honey, and the zesty brightness of fresh orange and lime juices, this glaze is a versatile addition to your cooking repertoire. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, a hint of cumin, and a touch of olive oil, it's designed to infuse depth and complexity into grilled or roasted meats, vegetables, and seafood. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe not only adds a luscious caramelized finish but also introduces bold flavor that complements any dish. Plus, it can be made ahead and stored for effortless weeknight dinners or weekend barbecues. Add this achiote honey glaze to your recipe list and get ready to transform simple ingredients into gourmet delights! Keywords: achiote honey glaze recipe, smoky sweet glaze, versatile meat glaze, easy achiote recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons achiote paste
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 0.25 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 units garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

1. In a small saucepan, combine the achiote paste, honey, and fresh orange juice over low heat.

Step 2

2. Whisk the mixture until the achiote paste is fully dissolved and the ingredients are blended into a smooth consistency.

Step 3

3. Add the lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan.

Step 4

4. Stir continuously while cooking over low heat for about 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Ensure the garlic does not burn.

Step 5

5. If the glaze appears too thick, stir in the water a tablespoon at a time until your desired consistency is reached.

Step 6

6. Remove from heat and let the glaze cool slightly before using.

Step 7

7. Use immediately to brush over grilled or roasted meats, vegetables, or seafood, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(193.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	502.8

Total Fat 29.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1190.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g	0%
Total Sugars 52.2g
Protein 2.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 43.3mg	0%
Iron 2.3mg	0%
Potassium 141.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.0%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 48.5%