Sheila's Orange Sauce
Bright, tangy, and subtly sweet, Sheila's Orange Sauce is a versatile and flavorful addition to your kitchen repertoire. Made with freshly squeezed orange juice, fragrant orange zest, and a touch of honey, this sauce is perfectly balanced with a hint of warm cinnamon and a velvety finish from melted butter. Its quick 15-minute preparation makes it an effortless way to elevate your meals, whether you're drizzling it over roasted poultry, glazing seafood, or using it as a citrusy topping for desserts. With its vibrant color and zest-forward flavor, this orange sauce is a must-try for home cooks seeking an easy yet elegant homemade condiment. Save it for later—this recipe stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch Salt
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine fresh orange juice, orange zest, honey, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water until completely dissolved to create a slurry.
Step 4
Gradually pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering orange juice mixture while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
Step 5
Continue stirring the sauce for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the ground cinnamon and unsalted butter until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool for a minute or two.
Step 8
Serve warm as a topping for poultry, seafood, or desserts. Alternatively, let the sauce cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (356.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 463.7 |
| Total Fat 25.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 147.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 63.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 54.6g | |
| Protein 2.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 41.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 495.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories