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A glass bowl filled with chili oil and a hint of hot honey sauce, garnished with red pepper flakes, sits on a round wooden board. A silver spoon rests in the bowl against a dark wooden background.
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5 from 3 votes

Hot Honey Sauce

A quick sweet-and-spicy honey sauce perfect for drizzling, glazing, or dipping.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Keyword: american food, american recipe, hot honey sauce
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • ½ cup honey
  • ¾ teaspoon red chili flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon zest optional

Instructions

  • Combine the honey, chili flakes, chili powder, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat, stirring gently, until the honey becomes warm and fluid. Do not boil.
  • Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then transfer to a clean airtight glass container.

Notes

Heat intensifies over time, so start mild
Store for up to 2 weeks at room temperature
Rewarm gently before serving if needed

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 80kcal