Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a rolling boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. If using broccoli, add florets during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining. Drain pasta and broccoli together and set aside.
- While pasta cooks, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sriracha (if using), and ground ginger in a small bowl until thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage rounds in a single layer and let sit undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until caramelized on the bottom. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until both sides are golden brown with darker edges.
- Pour prepared honey garlic sauce over the browned sausage. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, as the sauce reduces and thickens into a sticky glaze that coats the sausage.
- Add drained pasta and broccoli to the skillet with glazed sausage. Toss thoroughly using tongs or a large spoon to coat everything in the sticky sauce.
- Let everything cook together for 1-2 minutes, tossing occasionally, allowing pasta to absorb sauce and flavors to meld. If sauce seems too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time to loosen.
- Remove from heat and garnish generously with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately while hot and sauce is at its stickiest.
Notes
Storage: Store in airtight container for up to 4 days. Sauce will thicken in refrigerator—add water or broth when reheating. Sauce control: Reserve pasta water to thin sauce if it becomes too thick or sticky. Heat management: Use medium heat once sauce is added to prevent honey from burning. Variations: Use turkey or chicken sausage for leaner option. Add bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots for more vegetables. Gluten-free: Use tamari and gluten-free pasta. Extra sticky: Mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and add to simmering sauce for thicker glaze.
