Honey-Balsamic Sauce (Soy Free)

This sauce is so much yummier than anything you'll find in the condiment aisle of the supermarket. Unlike most bottled steak sauces or BBQ sauce, there is no soy in this sauce. We love this sauce so much, we put it on everything from steaks to ribs to chicken wings.


Don't be afraid of the anchovy paste in this recipe. Anchovy paste is in everything from Worchestershire sauce to salad dressings. I used the anchovy paste in order to replace the Worchestershire sauce, which contains soy, but to keep that salty umami flavor that the Worchestershire sauce imparts. You can leave out the anchovy paste if you like, but I prefer the flavor of the sauce with the anchovy paste.

3/4 C. balsamic vinegar
1/2 C. ketchup
1/3 C. honey
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 scant tsp. anchovy paste**
1/4 tsp. chipotle chile powder
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste


Whisk all ingredients together in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Bring to a low boil and then reduce to a simmer. Simmer sauce for about 20 minutes, or until sauce has reduced by almost half. Serve with your choice of meat.


**Anchovy paste can be found in most large supermarkets in the Italian foods section or online. I always keep some on hand for sauces and dressings.

Note - Take caution when simmering the sauce. Balsamic vinegar produces a strong vapor that will burn your eyes if you get your face too close to the simmering pan.