Prickly Pear Glaze

3 steps

Updated at: Fri, 22 May 2026 19:08:02 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories81.8 kcal (4%)

Total Fat0.1 g (0%)

Carbs20.2 g (8%)

Sugars14.2 g (16%)

Protein0.2 g (0%)

Sodium26.9 mg (1%)

Fiber0.2 g (1%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

6 servings

½ cuppear syrup

Prickly

3 Tbsplime juice

Freshly squeezed, crucial to cut the intense sweetness

1shallot

small, finely minced

1 cloveGarlic

smashed or grated

1 TbspApple cider vinegar

or red wine vinegar, adds a sharp, tangy contrast

½ tspGround cumin

or a split sprig of fresh rosemary

kosher salt

cracked black pepper

bourbon

Optional, or a pinch of chipotle powder if you want to introduce a smoky, oaky complexity to the glaze

Instructions

Step 1

Sauté Aromatics for Glaze: Heat a small splash of oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced shallot and garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant without letting them brown.

Step 2

3 Simmer the Glaze: Pour in the prickly pear syrup, lime juice, vinegar, bourbon, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, turn the heat to low, and let it reduce for 5-7 minutes until it slightly thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

Step 3

4 Strain and Finish Glaze: Remove from heat. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the shallot and garlic pieces if a perfectly smooth finish is desired. Stir in the cold pat of butter until melted and glossy. Set aside.

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