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Buffalo Wings Sauce

A quick and easy buffalo wings sauce recipe that balances buttery richness with tangy heat. Perfect for wings, veggies, or as a dip.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup hot sauce like Frank's RedHot
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Storage container or jar

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
  2. Whisk in the hot sauce until fully combined.
  3. Add the white vinegar and stir well.
  4. Sprinkle in the garlic powder and stir.
  5. If desired, add cayenne pepper to taste for extra heat.
  6. Taste the sauce and add salt as needed.
  7. Allow the sauce to simmer on low for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving or storing.

Notes

This sauce is great for tossing with wings or drizzling over veggies.