Spicy Apricot Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this irresistibly bold Spicy Apricot Sauce, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and fiery flavors. This easy-to-make sauce combines the natural sweetness of plump dried apricots with the zesty kick of fresh ginger, garlic, and a touch of red chili flakes and cayenne pepper. A splash of apple cider vinegar and soy sauce brings depth, while honey and brown sugar enhance the rich, caramelized notes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile condiment can be used as a glaze for roasted meats, a dipping sauce for appetizers, or a bold addition to sandwiches and bowls. Quick, flavorful, and delightfully spicy—this sauce is a must-try for any heat-loving food enthusiast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried apricots
- 1.5 cups water
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (ground)
Instructions
Place the dried apricots in a small saucepan with 1.5 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the apricots are soft and plump.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Transfer the apricots and the cooking liquid to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
In the same saucepan, heat the grated ginger and minced garlic over medium heat for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour the apricot puree back into the saucepan and stir to combine with the ginger and garlic.
Add the apple cider vinegar, honey, brown sugar, red chili flakes, ground cayenne pepper, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan.
Stir the mixture well and cook over low heat for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. For extra heat, add more red chili flakes or cayenne pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container.
Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Enjoy it as a glaze, dipping sauce, or condiment!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1185 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 155 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
