The Ultimate Guide to Making Exquisite Hot Honey at Home

Hot honey has swiftly become a beloved condiment, infusing a sweet and spicy kick to a variety of dishes, from pizza to fried chicken and beyond. Its versatility and unique flavor profile have made it a pantry staple in connoisseurs kitchens. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to create your own homemade hot honey, ensuring a blend that's perfectly tailored to your taste buds.

Ingredients and Supplies

To begin, you'll need the following ingredients and supplies:

• 1 cup of our Gallberry or Sweet Clover

• 2 tablespoons of red chili flakes

• 1 whole dried chili, sliced (optional for extra heat)

• A small saucepan

• A fine mesh strainer

• A sterilized glass jar for storage

Step-by-Step Recipe

Preparing the Honey Mixture

1. Combine Ingredients: Pour the honey into the saucepan. Add the red chili flakes and the optional sliced dried chili if you're a fan of extra heat.

2. Simmer: Place the saucepan over low heat, stirring continuously to ensure the chili flakes are evenly distributed and the honey never has a chance to static at the bottom of your pot. Allow the mixture to simmer very gently for about 10 minutes. This process infuses the honey with a spicy essence without boiling it, which could alter its natural flavors.

   Straining and Storing

   1. Cool Down: Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the honey mixture cool down for about 20 minutes. This resting period allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

   2. Strain: Using the fine mesh strainer, filter out the chili flakes and any large chili pieces. This step ensures a smooth, clean texture for your hot honey.

   3. Bottle: Pour the strained honey into the sterilized glass jar. Ensure the jar is tightly sealed to preserve the freshness and flavor of your hot honey.

   Serving Suggestions

   Hot honey is remarkably versatile, adding a delightful twist to almost everything where sweet and heat thrive. Here are some serving suggestions to get you started:

   • Drizzle over pizza: Everyone's first instinct when trying a new sauce is to drizzle it on pizza. And, as expected the sweet heat works at magic.

   • Glaze for Fried Chicken: everyone knows that and fried chicken are a match made in heaven. When you add the sweet heat element it's absolutely game over.

   • Elevate Your Cheeseboard: While all of our honeys thrive on a cheeseboard, by surprising your guests by pairing some bougie cheese with your homemade hot honey made with our award-winning honey takes that soiree up a couple steps.

   Storage Tips

   Store your homemade hot honey in a cool, dark place. It does not require refrigeration and, when properly sealed, can last up to a year, retaining its flavor and potency.

   Customization Options

   Feel free to experiment with the types of chili used in this recipe to adjust the heat level and flavor profile to your liking. Each variety of chili offers a different heat intensity and flavor nuance, allowing for endless possibilities.

Conclusion

Crafting hot honey at home allows for a personalized touch to this versatile condiment, making it an exciting addition to any dish it accompanies. By following this guide, you can create a batch of hot honey that not only rivals but surpasses store-bought versions in both flavor and satisfaction. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary novice, this homemade hot honey recipe will elevate your cooking game and have you drizzling sweet heat on everything.

Indulge and discover the endless possibilities it brings to your table.

Peace