Hot And Honey Sauce Recipe
Hot and Honey Sauce is a delicious blend of sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for adding a kick to your dishes. Made with honey, hot sauce, garlic, and a dash of vinegar, it balances heat with sweetness. Ideal for drizzling over fried chicken, grilled vegetables, or using as a dipping sauce, this sauce enhances any meal with its bold and irresistible flavor.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cup
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Heatproof jar or glass container for storage
Ingredients
- 1 cup honey
- 1 –2 teaspoons red pepper flakes adjust to your heat preference
- 1 –2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 –2 teaspoons hot sauce
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, add 1 cup honey, 1–2 tsp red pepper flakes, apple cider vinegar and hot sauce if using. Stir gently to combine.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil — just heat until you see small bubbles forming (around 3–5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let it steep for 10–15 minutes. This allows the flavors of the chili flakes to fully infuse the honey.
- If you want a smooth sauce, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a clean jar or container to remove the chili flakes. Skip this step if you prefer texture or visual spice.
- Allow the hot honey to cool completely before sealing. Store in a glass jar at room temperature. It stays good for several weeks.
- Drizzle over pizza, fried chicken, roasted vegetables, biscuits, or use as a dip. Enjoy the sweet-heat combo!