Vegetarian Classic Hot Honey
Sweet, fiery, and endlessly versatile, this condiment is the kind of thing you'll want to drizzle on absolutely everything once you make a batch. The combination of red pepper flakes and dried chiles de arbol builds a slow, layered heat that store-bought versions rarely capture, while a splash of apple cider vinegar keeps the sweetness from feeling one-dimensional. The process is mostly hands-off — a gentle warm on the stovetop, a patient steep, and a quick strain — and the result is a glossy, deeply flavored honey that looks and tastes like something from a fancy specialty shop. Steeping time is your secret lever here: pull it early for a gentle warmth or let it sit the full half hour if you want real fire. Since every ingredient is plant-based and straightforward, there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden animal-derived additives. Keep a jar on the counter and you'll find yourself reaching for it on pizza, roasted vegetables, cheese boards, biscuits, and honestly just a spoon.
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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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