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Wing Sauce

This quick and easy homemade wing sauce balances heat, sweetness, and savory depth in minutes using pantry staples.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3/4 cup Frank's RedHot or preferred hot sauce
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • small saucepan or skillet
  • Whisk or wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Gather and measure all ingredients: 3/4 cup hot sauce, 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  2. Place a small saucepan over medium heat and melt the butter for about 1 minute without letting it brown.
  3. Pour in the hot sauce and whisk gently for about 30 seconds until the mixture is combined and slightly bubbly.
  4. Add the Worcestershire sauce and honey, whisking continuously for 30 seconds to blend.
  5. Sprinkle in the garlic powder and paprika, whisking for 30 seconds to hydrate and bloom the spices.
  6. Whisk in the black pepper and salt, then taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
  7. Let the sauce simmer on medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, whisking occasionally to emulsify.
  8. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool for 1 to 2 minutes before tossing with hot wings.

Notes

Toss hot wings in the sauce immediately after cooking while they are still hot for the best flavor and coating.