Manuka Honey Recipes
Delicious Ways to Enjoy Manuka Honey
From morning smoothies to dinner glazes, Manuka honey brings a touch of New Zealand’s golden goodness to every dish. Explore easy, nourishing recipes that make the most of this naturally rich ingredient — whether you’re drizzling, baking, blending, or glazing.
Manuka honey transforms simple ingredients into something extraordinary. Our collection of recipes celebrates its unique flavour and versatility — from wholesome breakfasts to elegant mains and indulgent treats, crafted to inspire your everyday cooking.
Manuka honey transforms simple ingredients into something extraordinary. Our collection of recipes celebrates its unique flavour and versatility — from wholesome breakfasts to elegant mains and indulgent treats, crafted to inspire your everyday cooking.
Smoky Manuka Honey BBQ Ribs with Citrus-Soy Glaze
Tender, fall-off-the-bone spare ribs brushed with a smoky dry rub and finished on the grill with a bright citrus-soy glaze sweetened with New Zealand Manuka honey. This crowd-pleasing BBQ riff balances umami, smoke and the floral warmth of Manuka — perfect for summer gatherings or a relaxed weekend cook.
Miso Tahini Manuka Dressing
A trending miso-tahini dressing elevated with New Zealand Manuka honey for a glossy, complex sweetness. Quick to whisk together, it doubles as a dip or glaze and pairs especially well with roasted carrots, kale salads and Buddha bowls.
Manuka Honey Miso Roast Chicken with Charred Lemon & Roasted Kumara
This Kiwi-style roast elevates a simple spatchcocked chicken with a manuka honey and miso glaze for glossy, caramelised skin and a rich umami depth. Served with roasted kumara and dressed greens, it’s fuss-free comfort food that’s great for family dinners or entertaining.
Gochujang & Manuka Honey Vinaigrette
A trending fusion dressing combining Korean gochujang spice with New Zealand Manuka honey for depth and gloss. Brightened with rice vinegar and lime, finished with toasted sesame oil — great on leafy salads, roasted vegetables or grilled fish. Make ahead to let the flavours marry.
Creamy Manuka Tahini & Mustard Dressing
A simple, trendy dressing that balances earthy tahini, tangy wholegrain mustard and the floral depth of Manuka honey. Quick to whisk together and ideal for meal-prep — flavours deepen if left to rest.
Manuka Blueberry & Turmeric Smoothie Bowl
Creamy frozen banana and blueberry smoothie bowl flavoured with warming turmeric and finished with a drizzle of New Zealand Manuka honey. Perfect for a nourishing breakfast or post-workout snack — trending on socials for its colour and anti-inflammatory boost.
Manuka Honey Tahini & Lemon Dressing
Quick, versatile dressing combining earthy tahini, bright lemon and the floral depth of Manuka honey. Perfect for grain bowls, roast veg, leafy salads or as a drizzle for roasted chicken or fish.
Zesty Manuka Lemon & Dijon Dressing
A quick, emulsified salad dressing that pairs floral Manuka honey with tangy lemon and sharp Dijon. Perfect for leafy salads, roasted vegetables or as a glaze for grilled fish — made in minutes and left to meld for a rounded flavour.
Manuka Honey Miso Tahini Dressing
This quick Manuka honey dressing blends white miso and tahini with lemon and apple cider vinegar for a creamy, tangy dressing with a sweet Manuka finish. It’s trendy, versatile and dairy-free — great on leafy salads, roasted cauliflower or drizzled over buddha bowls.
Manuka Miso Butter Sauce
This versatile Manuka Miso Butter Sauce combines the caramel notes of Manuka honey with savoury white miso and butter for a sticky, glossy finish. It’s trending as a multi-purpose drizzle/glaze on social feeds — use it to elevate roasted vegetables, pan-seared fish, grilled chicken or steamed rice.