Sassy Sauce

Get ready to elevate your meals with the bold and flavorful "Sassy Sauce"—the ultimate homemade condiment that's as versatile as it is irresistible. This quick and easy recipe combines the tangy kick of apple cider vinegar, the smoky depth of paprika, and a touch of heat from cayenne pepper, all balanced with the natural sweetness of honey. A hint of Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce adds complexity, making this zesty sauce perfect as a dip, marinade, or drizzle for everything from grilled meats to roasted veggies. Ready in just 10 minutes, this fuss-free creation delivers big on taste with minimal effort, and its pantry-friendly ingredients make it a go-to recipe you'll want to bookmark. Whisk, heat, and prepare to impress with your new favorite secret weapon—Sassy Sauce!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the tomato paste and water until smooth and well combined.

Step 2

Add the apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce to the bowl. Stir until all the ingredients are incorporated.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Whisk thoroughly to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Transfer the sauce mixture to a small saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes or until the sauce is warm and slightly thickened. Do not let it boil.

Step 5

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed—add more honey for sweetness, vinegar for tang, or cayenne for heat.

Step 6

Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving.

Step 7

Serve your Sassy Sauce as a dip, marinade, or drizzle over your favorite dishes. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(263.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	260.2

Total Fat 2.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 828.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.7g	0%
Total Sugars 47.6g
Protein 6.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 69.9mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 1249.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 6.3%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 84.1%