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 out of red pepper flakes and dried chiles de arbol, 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 let it sit, the deeper and more intense that slow burn becomes, so you're fully in control of the heat level. Every single ingredient here is naturally grain-free, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives sneaking in. Once strained into a clean jar, it keeps beautifully and is ready to drizzle over pizza, fried chicken, cheese boards, roasted vegetables — honestly, almost anything that could use a little edge. It's one of those recipes that looks impressive but comes together with almost no effort, and once people taste it, they'll be asking you to make a second batch.
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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.
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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