Buffalo Wild Wings Medium Sauce Recipe
When I first tried making Buffalo Wild Wings Medium Sauce at home, I wasn’t sure if I could come close to that tangy, flavorful kick you get at the restaurant.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons water
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup Frank’s cayenne pepper sauce
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Start by taking a small saucepan and adding the first six ingredients – Frank’s cayenne pepper sauce, sugar, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper. Mix them well and heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- While the sauce is simmering, grab a mixing bowl and whisk together the egg yolk, water, and cornstarch until it forms a smooth, lump-free mixture. This is what will help give your sauce that perfect creamy consistency.
- Once the sauce has simmered, it’s time to combine everything. Slowly pour the hot sauce into the egg yolk and cornstarch mixture while whisking continuously. Be sure to pour in a little at a time to temper the mixture and prevent the egg from cooking too quickly.
- Once fully combined, give it a final whisk and adjust the seasoning if needed. Want more spice? Add a dash of cayenne. Prefer it tangier? A splash of vinegar does the trick! Your sauce is now ready to drizzle, dip, and devour.
Notes
- Temper Gradually: When mixing hot sauce into the egg yolk and cornstarch mixture, go slowly. This prevents the egg yolk from curdling.
- Watch the Heat: Keep your saucepan at a low simmer to avoid scorching or burning the sauce.
- Taste as You Go: Adjust the seasoning based on your personal preferences, whether that’s adding more spice or a touch of sweetness.
- Store Correctly: Make sure the sauce cools completely before storing it in a jar or airtight container.