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Jalapeno Honey Mustard Sauce

Jalapeno Honey Mustard Sauce

This Jalapeno Honey Mustard Sauce is a sweet, spicy, and customizable condiment perfect for enhancing any dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt or vegan mayo for a lighter option.
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard Can be swapped for yellow mustard if desired.
  • 2 tbsp honey Use local honey for optimal flavor, or agave syrup for a vegan version.
For the Heat
  • 1 tbsp jalapenos Adjust quantity based on spice tolerance; removing seeds reduces heat.
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper Optional for extra kick; omit for milder sauce.
For the Zing
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar Use lemon juice if unavailable.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for bolder taste.
  • 1 tsp onion powder Fresh onion may be used but adjust for moisture.
For the Flavor Enhancers
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika Regular paprika can be substituted, flavor will change.
  • to taste salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • to taste pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, gather your ingredients: mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, minced jalapenos, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional cayenne pepper.
  2. Using a whisk, vigorously mix the ingredients together for about 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is velvety and thoroughly combined.
  3. Taste your sauce to see if it meets your desired balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy. Adjust heat and sweetness to your preference.
  4. Transfer the sauce into an airtight container and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. After chilling, give the sauce a final stir and serve it alongside your favorite dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Adjust spices and flavors as desired.

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