Honey Almond Grilling Glaze


cajun, grilling recipes, sauces

11 tablespoons unsalted butter; in all
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons Cajun seafood magic spice mix
1 cup celery; chopped
1 cup honey
1 teaspoon fresh lemon peel; grated
1 cup basic chicken stock; or
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 Tbs of the butter. Whisk in flour until smooth, about 1 minutes Reserve. In 10-inch skillet over high heat, melt remaining butter. When it comes to a hard sizzle, add almonds, Seafood Magic and celery. Cook, stirring frequently at first and constantly near the end of cooking time, about 8 minutes or until almonds are browned. Stir in honey and cook, stirring frequently, about 1 minutes Stir in lemon peel and stock. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes Add nutmeg; cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Whisk in reserved butter mixture until it is incorporated and sauce is slightly thickened, 30 to 60 seconds. Remove from heat. Makes 2 1/2 cups. NOTE: Excellent on grilled seafood, chicken or pork. Brush it on right before meat is ready to come off the grill and bring some to the table for dipping.

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