Looking for a little bit of spice to add to your chicken or meat recipes? This Homemade Buffalo Sauce recipe is where it's at!
With just 7 simple ingredients needed, this is one hot wing sauce that you'll be adding to all your future dishes.
Why This Buffalo Sauce Recipe
The great part about making this chicken wing sauce is that you can make it as hot or as mild as you want. And if you have someone in the family that likes heat, make up a special dish separately just for them!
This is the perfect sauce to make buffalo chicken wings or buffalo chicken dip for game day. It also makes a nice dipping sauce for chicken tenders or celery sticks.
This hot sauce recipe is great because it's a simple way to change up the flavors of food quickly. While most people will add this to chicken wings, I'm also a huge fan of using this a dipping sauce for fries and even veggies, too!
This easy buffalo sauce recipe is great served with french fries. Great in so many dishes, and the perfect sauce when looking for a spicy kick. Be sure to check out this hot pepper sauce recipe to step up the heat level.
This simple hot wing sauce will have you making up a batch and keeping it stored in your fridge. Since it can last a few days once made, it's a great condiment to have on hand for your upcoming weekly meals.
INGREDIENTS FOR THIS BUFFALO SAUCE RECIPE
Hot sauce - Use your favorite brand! I like Frank's hot sauce, but you can use a different brand.
Unsalted butter - Make certain it's unsalted as there is already quite a bit of salt in hot sauce.
Garlic powder - Don't confuse with garlic salt.
Paprika - for a little kick
Cayenne - Optional but a fast and easy way to add some heat.
HOW TO MAKE THIS HOT WING SAUCE
- Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl and let cool to room temperature.
- Add hot sauce, melted butter, and seasonings to a medium bowl.
- Whisk together until sauce is a smooth consistency.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
NOTES & TIPS
- If you add this to the fridge and don't use it right away, it might separate a bit in the container. Just stir it again and it should be just fine to use.
- Store leftovers of this homemade recipe in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- In a pinch, soy sauce can be substituted for Worcestershire sauce.
- To raise the spice level, add a little more hot sauce to the mixture.
FAQ
What is Buffalo Sauce?
Buffalo sauce is the same as a chicken wing sauce or hot wing sauce. It's just another name that people tend to call it, depending on what state they're located in.
How long does Buffalo Sauce last?
If you store it in the fridge, it should last up to 7 days without any issues. Since you're not using any ingredients that don't have a long shelf life, it should be fine for several days.
Can you freeze Buffalo Sauce?
You can! Just be certain to add it to a freezer-safe container. Freezing this recipe might cause the ingredients to separate but once it thaws, just stir and enjoy.
BUFFALO SAUCE RECIPE
Buffalo Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup hot sauce
- ½ cup unsalted butter, (1 stick), melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional, add more if you like it hot
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl and let cool to room temperature.
- Or, melt butter on the stove top over medium heat and let cool to room temperature
- Add hot sauce, melted butter and seasonings to a medium bowl.
- Whisk together until smooth.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
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