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Popeyes Sweet Heat Sauce Recipe

This copycat Popeyes sweet heat sauce recipe is made with a few ingredients and in 5 minutes. Use it in stir fry or as a dipping sauce!
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Course: Condiments, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 39kcal
Author: Megan Porta

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and place in the fridge until ready to serve.

Notes

Here are a few options to boost the heat and flavor in this simple sauce:
  • Squirt lime juice into the mixture.
  • Add 1/2 teaspoon chili powder for an extra spicy twist.
  • Include 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Add red pepper flakes or chili flakes to kick up the heat even more.
  • A splash of soy sauce adds a delicious touch.
  • Add an extra sweet flavor by drizzling in a bit of sweet honey.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 39kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 215mg | Potassium: 32mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 181IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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