Description
Spicy-sweet tiger sauce unleashes bold flavors that dance across your palate with zesty Caribbean-inspired charm. Tangy ingredients blend perfectly, creating a condiment so irresistible you won’t be able to resist drizzling it over grilled meats and seafood.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweeteners:
- ½ cup (118 ml) honey
Sauces and Flavor Enhancers:
- ¼ cup (59 ml) hot sauce (e.g., Franks RedHot)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) soy sauce
Acids and Spices:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Create a flavorful base by whisking together honey, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper in a medium saucepan.
- Position the saucepan over medium heat, stirring the mixture continuously to ensure even distribution of ingredients and prevent sticking.
- Allow the liquid to reach a gentle simmer, watching for small bubbles forming around the edges of the pan.
- Reduce heat to low, maintaining a soft bubbling motion that allows flavors to meld and intensify without rapid boiling.
- Continue cooking for 5-7 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent scorching and promote a smooth, slightly viscous consistency.
- Assess the sauce’s texture; it should coat the back of a spoon and have a glossy, rich appearance.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce rest for a few minutes, allowing residual heat to further concentrate the flavors.
- Carefully transfer the warm sauce into a clean, sterilized glass jar or bottle with a tight-sealing lid.
- Refrigerate immediately, where the tiger sauce will keep its vibrant taste and smooth texture for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Adjust the heat level by controlling the amount of hot sauce and cayenne pepper, allowing you to create a mild or fiery version that suits your spice tolerance.
- Balance the sweetness by experimenting with different honey varieties like clover, wildflower, or even maple syrup for unique flavor profiles.
- Consider using low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content, making the sauce more diet-friendly and heart-healthy.
- Store the sauce in an airtight glass container to preserve its vibrant flavors and prevent contamination, ensuring maximum freshness and taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 54 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 74 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg