Ingredients
- 1/2 cup clarified butter
- 2 1/2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey optional
Instructions
- Place clarified butter in a medium saucepan and heat it over medium-low heat until liquidy and warm.
- Mix cayenne pepper, brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper into the clarified butter. Whisk to combine.
- Allow the mixture to cook on low heat for about 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to help the spices meld. If desired, adjust spiciness by adding more cayenne.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in honey (if using) and let the sauce sit for a minute before serving. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
