This homemade maple sriracha sauce is the perfect combination of sweet and spicy. Made with real maple syrup and hot sriracha sauce, this sauce adds a flavorful kick to any dish. Use it as a marinade for chicken or tofu, drizzle it over roasted vegetables, or mix it into your favorite stir-fry. This versatile sauce is easy to make and will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the maple syrup, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool completely.
- Transfer the sauce to a glass jar or bottle and store in the refrigerator.
- The sauce will thicken slightly as it cools.
- Enjoy the maple sriracha sauce on your favorite dishes!
Interesting Facts
Maple syrup is a natural sweetener made from the sap of maple trees.
Sriracha sauce, a popular hot sauce, originated in Thailand and is made from chili peppers, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and salt.
Maple syrup and sriracha sauce create a unique flavor combination that balances sweetness and heat.