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Dave's Hot Chicken Sauce Recipe

Dave’s Hot Chicken Sauce Recipe

Olivia Carter
Dave’s Hot Chicken Sauce Recipe is fiery and full of flavor. It makes chicken taste rich, hot, and smoky. Dave’s sauce is simple yet unforgettable. Perfect for fried chicken or grilled dishes. One taste, and you will want more.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Sauce / Condiment
Cuisine Southern American
Servings 6
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • Hot frying oil
  • 1 cup
  • Cayenne pepper
  • 2 tbsp
  • Smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp
  • Chili powder
  • 1 tbsp
  • Garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp
  • Onion powder
  • 1 tbsp
  • Brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp
  • Salt
  • 1 tsp
  • Black pepper
  • ½ tsp

Instructions
 

  • Heat frying oil until hot.
  • Carefully pour oil into a heatproof bowl.
  • Add cayenne pepper to the hot oil.
  • Stir in paprika and chili powder.
  • Mix garlic and onion powders well.
  • Add brown sugar for balance.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper into mix.
  • Whisk until smooth and combined.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Brush sauce over hot fried chicken.

Notes

  1. Use fresh hot oil for best flavor.
  2. Adjust cayenne for desired spice level.
  3. Add more sugar for a sweet kick
  4. Stir constantly to avoid clumps.
  5. Use heatproof gloves when handling oil.
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