Homemade Buffalo Sauce

5 from 1 vote

This Homemade Buffalo Sauce Recipe takes the traditional flavors of tangy Frank's hot sauce, rich butter, and a hint of sweetness and combines them in a convenient and easy-to-make sauce. The result is a perfectly balanced and flavorful sauce that's ideal for coating crispy chicken wings or adding a spicy kick to your favorite dishes!

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 166kcal

Author: Ryan Allen

Ingredients

1½ cups Frank's hot sauce
½ cup unsalted butter
½ tsp garlic powder
1½ tbsp honey
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
¼ tsp black pepper
1 egg yolk
2 tsp water
2 tsp cornstarch

Instructions

Add hot sauce, butter, garlic powder, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper in a medium pot. Heat sauce over medium heat until the sauce starts to boil, whisking occasionally. Turn down the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
Allow sauce to cool for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk egg yolk, water, and cornstarch. Then vigorously whisk egg slurry into the sauce and continue to whisk for 2 minutes.

Notes

As the sauce contains butter, it naturally thickens when refrigerated. To incorporate it into your dish, begin by giving the thickened sauce a thorough stir. Then, transfer the desired amount to a microwave-safe bowl. Warm the sauce in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds, and proceed to stir or whisk until it regains its smooth and cohesive texture.
The sauce incorporates egg yolk to establish a rich and creamy emulsion, effectively preventing the butter from separating. This emulsion ensures a smooth and cohesive texture throughout the sauce.

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