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Firecracker Sauce

5 from 2 votes
Firecracker sauce is a bold blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Its name aptly captures the taste experience it delivers, bursting with the heat of chili, and the sweetness of sugar or honey.
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Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings: 1 cup

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/3 cup buffalo sauce or sriracha
  • 2 Tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos (Note 1)
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup honey, or brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 Tablespoon water

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Add all of the ingredients to a medium bowl or mason jar. Whisk or stir well until it's combined and the sauce is a deep red/orange color. Taste and adjust heat, sweetness, or salt as needed.
  • Use as a marinade, baste, or glaze for chicken or fish. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 weeks.

Recipe Equipment

Jar or small bowl

Notes

Note 1. Soy Sauce. Use tamari for a gluten-free option, or coconut aminos (my preference) for a gluten-free and soy-free alternative.

Nutrition

Serving: 2Tablespoons | Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.2g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 291.1mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 11.8g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg
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