Jalapeño-Ginger Glaze

• FAST
• MAKE-AHEAD
• VEGETARIAN

Ingredients

1. 1 scallion, white and tender green only, minced
2. 1 garlic clove, minced
3. 1/2 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
4. 1 tablespoon sugar
5. Salt
6. 1/2 cup hot pepper jelly, preferably jalapeño pepper jelly (6 ounces)
7. 1 1/2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar

1. APPLICATIONS: On a work surface, using the side of a large knife, mash the scallion, garlic and ginger with the sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of salt until a coarse paste forms. Transfer the paste to a small saucepan. Stir in the hot pepper jelly and vinegar and bring to a boil. Transfer to a glass jar and let cool.
2. Brush on chicken, pork chops, spareribs and pork tenderloin during the last few minutes of grilling, broiling or roasting and cook until glossy.