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Nashville Hot Sauce

A bold and spicy Southern hot sauce made with cayenne and hot oil, perfect for Nashville hot chicken.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course SAUCE
Cuisine AMERICAIN
Servings 6
Calories 95 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup hot oil
  • 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Combine cayenne, paprika, sugar, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  • Heat oil until hot but not smoking.
  • Pour hot oil over spice mixture.
  • Stir until smooth.
  • Brush over fried chicken.

Notes

Adjust cayenne for desired heat level.
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