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Nashville Hot Sauce

A fiery sauce that delivers a perfect balance of heat and flavor, ideal for chicken, fries, and veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 75
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar white or apple cider

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Glass jar for storage

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix the cayenne pepper, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
  3. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the dry spice mixture to the pan. Stir continuously for about 1 minute.
  4. Remove the pan from heat and stir in the vinegar.
  5. Allow the sauce to cool for a few minutes before transferring it to a glass jar.
  6. Store the cooled sauce in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  7. Before serving, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Notes

Use your Nashville hot sauce on fried chicken, burgers, or drizzle it on popcorn.