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16 Fiery Hot Sauce Recipes That Bring the Heat

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Matt Gross

Some like their food hot, and at BA, that means doubling down on a whole lot of hot sauce. But sometimes we just can't buy hot sauce fast enough for how frequently we use it, and even if we could, the store-bought kind just isn't giving us the right fiery kick for what we need. That's why there are these 16 explosive hot sauces to make at home that trump the bottled stuff any day of the week.

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    3/15

    "Kimchi" Chili Sauce

    An anchovy fillet and some fish sauce mimic fermented kimchi's slightly funky undertones, but they won't hit you over the head with fishiness (we promise).

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    Michael Graydon + Nikole Herriott
    4/15

    Sweet and Spicy Chile Pepper Jelly

    When is it done? Try this test: When the liquid has reduced by two-thirds, drop a spoonful onto a chilled plate and drag your finger through; if the jelly holds a trail that doesn't fill back in, it's ready. Learn more in this video.

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    Marcus Nilsson
    5/15

    Serrano Mayo

    A spicy, tangy option for anyone who loves to put mayo on burgers.

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    Matt Duckor
    6/15

    Roman Sambal

    This is a sambal-style hot sauce named after its creator, senior associate food editor Alison Roman.

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    9/15

    Master Hot Sauce

    The ultimate guide to making hot sauce at home—using any chile of your choosing—that tastes so much better than the store-bought kind.

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    10/15

    Sriracha Mayo

    Slather it on a roast-pork sandwich with hard-boiled eggs.

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    Austin Bush
    11/15

    Thai Chile Honey

    Drizzle the sticky-spicy sauce all over grilled chicken wings, or use it as an excuse to spice up meaty sandwiches or your run-of-the-mill pizza.

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    Danny Kim
    12/15

    Kimchi Miso Dressing

    The active cultures in kimchi and miso may also provide your body with an immunity boost.

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    15/15

    Ancho Chile Oil

    This chile oil is begging for its moment in the sun at your next barbecue, whether that means adding some necessary kick to whatever meat's on the grill, or taking that well-charred flatbread to the next level.

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