Can I substitute Tabasco Sauce for Frank’s Hot Sauce?

Tabasco doesn’t make a great substitute for Frank’s Hot Sauce because it’s made from different peppers, and thus has a different flavor and spice profile. Tabasco is made with tabasco peppers and is significantly spicier than Frank’s RedHot, which is made with cayenne chili peppers. If you’re looking for a substitute, Texas Pete Original Hot Sauce is a better option than Tabasco, but it will not taste the same as a Buffalo sauce made with Frank’s.

What is a good substitute for Worcestershire sauce?

Soy sauce is a good substitute for Worcestershire in Buffalo sauce because of its salt and umami flavor. Soy sauce is also a good substitute for Worcestershire sauce if you want to make this recipe vegan.

Is this Buffalo sauce authentic?

Yes, authentic Buffalo Sauce is made with Frank’s RedHot, and this is one of the main ingredients used in this recipe. Cashews add a rich and creamy texture without changing the flavor a bit.

Is Buffalo sauce healthy?

Buffalo sauce is healthy when consumed in moderation. It contains capsaicin, a compound in chili peppers that gives them their heat and also packs antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and metabolic benefits. Because it is fat-soluble, capsaicin is most effective when combined with dietary fat. While many Buffalo sauce recipes contain butter, Buffalo sauce made with cashews contains healthy fats that can also enhance the absorption of capsaicin. That said, Buffalo sauce is high in sodium, so it’s best to use Buffalo sauce sparingly if you need to limit your salt intake.

The BEST Thick Buffalo Sauce Recipe

Name: The Best Thick Buffalo Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups (12 fluid ounces) Frank’s Original RedHot Sauce (not the ready-made wing sauce); ½ cup plain, unsalted cashews; 1 ½ tablespoons rice vinegar or white vinegar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; ¾ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 4-6 tablespoons filtered water for thinning if desired; Cayenne pepper for additional spice, if desired

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The Best Thick Buffalo Sauce

A super thick buffalo sauce recipe made with Frank’s hot sauce and cashews. Blend and enjoy as-is, or thin with water to your perfect consistency.

Prep Time:
5 minutes
Total Time:
35 minutes
Makes:
2 1/2 cups 1x

Prep Time:
5 minutes

Total Time:
35 minutes

Makes:
2 1/2 cups 1x

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Ingredients

1 ½ cups (12 fluid ounces) Frank’s Original RedHot Sauce (not the ready-made wing sauce)
½ cup plain, unsalted cashews
1 ½ tablespoons rice vinegar or white vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
4-6 tablespoons filtered water for thinning if desired
Cayenne pepper for additional spice, if desired

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a blender, except for the water. In a high-speed blender, combine Frank’s RedHot, cashews, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and paprika. If you have a few hours to spare, give everything a quick stir, cover, and set aside. Though this is not necessary, soaking will allow the flavors to meld and the cashews to soften a bit.
When you’re ready to make your sauce, blend on high until you have a thick and creamy Buffalo sauce with no cashew pieces remaining, about 1-2 minutes.
Keep your sauce super thick or stir in filtered water 1-2 tablespoons at a time until you achieve your desired consistency. For a spicier sauce, stir in ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper, adding more as needed to achieve desired spice level.
Store extra Buffalo sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months. You can find detailed freezing instructions in the blog post.

Notes

Favorite Equipment

Vitamix blender

Ingredient Notes

Frank’s Original RedHot Sauce: This sauce is what gives Buffalo sauce its authentic flavor. If you cannot find it, Texas Pete would be the best substitute in my opinion.
Worcestershire sauce: If you don’t have Worcestershire or want to make a vegan Buffalo sauce, simply substitute an equal amount of soy sauce for Worcestershire.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 23
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 676 mg
Fat: 1 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Protein: 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

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