Barley Free Classic Hot Honey
Sweet, fiery, and endlessly versatile, this hot honey is the kind of condiment that quietly takes over your kitchen once you make it. A gentle simmer coaxes the heat from red pepper flakes and dried chiles de arbol into the honey without scorching it, while a splash of apple cider vinegar adds just enough brightness to keep things balanced. The steeping step is where the magic really happens — the longer you wait, the deeper and more intense that slow burn becomes, so you can dial it exactly to your taste. Every single ingredient here is naturally grain-free, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives the way you might with store-bought versions. Straining out the solids at the end gives you a beautifully smooth, glossy finish that looks just as good drizzled over pizza or fried chicken as it tastes. Keep a jar on the counter and you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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16 servings
- 1 cup honey
- 2 tbsp red pepper flakes
- 3 dried chiles de arbol, stems removed
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey, red pepper flakes, dried chiles de arbol, apple cider vinegar, and kosher salt in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir to combine.
- 2
Heat, stirring occasionally, until the honey is fluid and just beginning to bubble at the edges, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, watching closely so the honey does not boil or scorch.
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