Unique Wing Sauce
Elevate your chicken wings to gourmet status with this irresistible Unique Wing Sauce! Bursting with a symphony of bold, sweet, and smoky flavors, this homemade sauce combines the richness of butter, the kick of hot sauce, and the subtle tang of apple cider vinegar for an unforgettable taste adventure. A touch of honey and brown sugar balances the heat, while smoked paprika and optional cayenne pepper add layers of depth and spice. Thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry, this easy-to-make sauce clings beautifully to every bite of crispy wings. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game nights, BBQs, or anytime you crave restaurant-quality wings in the comfort of your home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1.5 cups hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the honey, hot sauce, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, ground cayenne pepper (if using), and brown sugar. Whisk until thoroughly combined.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the sauce while whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
Allow the sauce to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed (e.g., adding more honey for sweetness or cayenne for heat).
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before tossing it with freshly cooked chicken wings.
Serve immediately and enjoy your unique wing sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.6 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.1 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 14674 mg | 638% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 268 mg | 6% | |
*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.
