Melt the Butter: Place a pan over medium heat and melt the butter until it starts to bubble and smell rich.
Cook the Garlic and Ginger: Add the minced garlic and ginger together. Stir and cook until they turn a light golden brown.
Add Lemon, Onion, and Parsley: Squeeze in half a lemon, then toss in the chopped onion and fresh parsley. Let everything simmer for a few minutes until soft and fragrant.
Mix in the Spices: In a bowl, combine garlic powder, kimchi or chili powder, nutmeg, cinnamon, curry powder, Italian herbs, and pepper. Add the spice mix to the pan and stir it all in.
Pour in Water and Sauce: Add 1½ cups of water and two tablespoons of soy sauce. Bring it all to a boil and let the flavors blend.
Sweeten and Finish: Stir in the brown sugar, a little more garlic, and an extra spoon of chili powder for heat. Let it simmer until thick and tasty-then it’s ready to serve!
