Versatile Ingredient

Honey is well-known for being a sweet, luxurious product with many different health benefits. However, do not limit your understanding of honey’s uses to only sweet foods. Honey can be easily integrated into savoury recipes as well to give it an extra kick. In this article, learn about the numerous recipes that showcase honey in savoury recipes.

Recipe #1 Ginger-poached Salmon With Orange And Honey

Ingredients

• 1 large orange
• 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger root
• 2 teaspoons finely chopped pickled ginger
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 4 centre-cut salmon fillets, preferably skinless (about 1 pound), pin bones removed
• 1 to 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

1. Grate the zest and squeeze the juice from the orange (there should be 1/4 to 1/2 cup juice).
2. In a large lidded skillet, combine the orange zest and juice, chicken broth, both types of ginger and honey and bring just to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring to mix well. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Add the salmon, cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, then use spatulas to carefully turn the fish over and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until cooked through. Transfer the salmon to a plate and cover loosely to keep warm.
4. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook just until the sauce in the skillet comes to a boil. Whisk in the butter, stirring until the sauce has slightly thickened. Divide the fillets among individual plates; spoon the warm sauce over and serve immediately.

Our thoughts on this recipe

The salmon is light, elegant and so simple to prepare. This recipe is wonderful for any meal, even breakfast! A smaller portion of salmon would also suffice for those with smaller appetites. To make the meal even heartier, serve the dish with plain rice or quinoa to keep things extra healthy.

Recipe #2 Miso-Honey Wings

Ingredients

• Safflower oil (or any other oil with a high smoking point)
• Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
• 3 pounds whole chicken wings (about 32), patted dry
• 2/3 cup honey
• 1/3 cup miso (white, aka, or awase)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Lightly oil 2 rimmed baking sheets, and divide wings between sheets in a single layer; season with salt and pepper. Bake until golden brown and cooked through, flipping chicken and rotating sheets halfway through, about 35 minutes.
2. Combine honey and miso in a small bowl; season with pepper. Brush wings with glaze; bake 3 minutes more. Remove from oven, brush with more glaze, and serve.

Our thoughts on this recipe

This is an absolute no-brainer. If you’re in a rush, the miso in this recipe packs all the umami that you’re craving into this dish. The honey adds a nice sweetness to the wings that pair excellently with the deep umami of miso. Try out this recipe whenever you’re short on time.

Recipe #3 Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Honey-Chipotle Glaze

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon chopped chipotle in adobo, plus 1 tablespoon sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• Kosher salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Stir together chipotle and sauce, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and garlic.
2. Toss sprouts with oil, season with salt, and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast until crisp-tender and bright green, about 25 minutes.
3. Brush both sides of sprouts with glaze, then continue roasting until crisp and golden, about 10 minutes more. Serve.

Our thoughts on this recipe

Again, yet another simple recipe! This dish combines some of the best hits from your home pantry that you may not have thought to combine. What’s best is that this wonderful glaze can be easily paired with other hardy vegetables, such as carrots, pumpkins and even potatoes. Who doesn’t enjoy some versatility in the kitchen?

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