Best 8 Spicy Apricot Sauce Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our Spicy Apricot Sauce, a culinary symphony that blends the vibrant flavors of apricots, fiery peppers, and aromatic spices. This versatile sauce is a match made in heaven for chicken, pork, tofu, and vegetables, adding a delightful kick to any dish. Not only that, we've also curated a collection of tantalizing recipes that showcase the versatility of this sauce. From Spicy Apricot Chicken to Apricot Glazed Carrots, each recipe promises a unique culinary adventure. Unleash your inner chef and embark on a journey of taste with our Spicy Apricot Sauce extravaganza!

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CHICKEN WINGS WITH SPICY APRICOT SAUCE



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Everyone gobbles these up at Christmas potlucks! My mother gave me the recipe for this anytime appetizer with its flavorful sweet-and-sour sauce.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 dozen whole chicken wings
1-1/2 cups cornstarch
1 tablespoon baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 eggs, beaten
Oil for deep-fat frying
SAUCE:
1 cup (3 ounces) dried apricots
1-1/4 cups water
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Cut chicken wings into three sections; discard wing tip section. In a shallow bowl or large resealable plastic bag, combine cornstarch, baking powder, salt, pepper and sugar. Dip chicken pieces in eggs, then coat generously with cornstarch mixture., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 350°. Fry chicken wings, a few at a time, for about 9 minutes or until juices run clear. Drain on paper towels. Keep warm. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine apricots and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until apricots are tender. , Transfer to a blender or food processor. Add the sugar, vinegar, honey and cayenne; process on high until smooth. Cool slightly. Serve with chicken wings.

Nutrition Facts :

BROILED CHICKEN WINGS WITH SPICY APRICOT SAUCE



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Broiled Chicken Wings with Spicy Apricot Sauce

Categories     Fruit Juice     Chicken     Fruit     Poultry     Broil     Quick & Easy     Lime     Apricot     Winter     Gourmet

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 1/2 lb chicken wings (18 to 20), wing tips cut off and discarded
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 cup apricot preserves
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1 garlic clove, smashed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Line bottom of a broiler pan with foil, then oil rack of pan.
  • Toss wings with oil, black pepper, and 2 teaspoons salt in a large bowl, then spread in 1 layer on rack of broiler pan. Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat, turning over once, until barely cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • While wings are broiling, blend preserves, lime juice, garlic, cumin, cayenne, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor or blender until smooth. Transfer to a small heavy saucepan and bring to a boil over moderate heat, stirring, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, 1 minute.
  • Brush 1/4 cup sauce on cooked wings and broil 2 to 3 minutes. Brush wings with 1/4 cup sauce again, then turn wings over and brush with another 1/4 cup sauce. Broil until more deeply browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Brush with remaining sauce before serving.

COCONUT SHRIMP WITH SPICY APRICOT DIPPING SAUCE



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Make and share this Coconut Shrimp With Spicy Apricot Dipping Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Manami

Categories     Coconut

Time 1h

Yield 24 shrimp

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails left intact
1/3 cup cornstarch
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups sweetened flaked coconut
3 large egg whites
vegetable oil, for frying
1/2 cup smucker's apricot preserves
1/4 cup dijon-style mustard
2 teaspoons hot mustard (or more)
2 teaspoons teriyaki sauce
crushed red pepper flakes, to taste

Steps:

  • Butterfly each shrimp by cutting slightly more than halfway through using a small sharp knife, starting at top of the inward curve just below tail toward outward curve (do not cut shrimp in half).
  • Press each shrimp open and press slightly to flatten.
  • Combine cornstarch, salt and cayenne pepper.
  • Place coconut in a shallow dish.
  • Beat egg whites until frothy.
  • Roll shrimp in cornstarch mixture; shake off excess.
  • Dip shrimp into egg whites, then press into coconut; coating both sides.
  • Pour all-vegetable oil into a heavy large pot to a depth of 3 inches; heat oil to 350°F
  • Working in batches, add shrimp to hot oil; cook about 1 minute, or until cooked through.
  • Carefully transfer shrimp to paper towels to drain.
  • SPICY APRICOT DIPPING SAUCE:.
  • Combine all ingredients; stir until well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.8, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 43.1, Sodium 168.2, Carbohydrate 10, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 5.9, Protein 6.5

KIELBASA BUTTONS WITH SPICY APRICOT SAUCE



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Welcome guests in from the cold with these spicy glazed sausage bites served with pretty party picks. They couldn't be easier to make, and people just gobble them up!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield About 3-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/4 cup apricot preserves
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
5 drops hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown sausage slices on both sides; drain on paper towels. In the same skillet, combine the preserves, barbecue sauce, pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce. , Return sausage to the pan; cook and stir over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until heated through. Serve with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 388mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SPICY CHICKEN EGG ROLLS WITH HONEY-APRICOT DIPPING SAUCE



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I was making egg rolls one night, and just started adding things. These turned out pretty good. I had to guesstimate on the amounts of the spices. Please feel free to adjust to your taste.

Provided by Chef shapeweaver

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 14 egg r olls

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups finely shredded green cabbage
3/4-1 cup of finely shredded cooked chicken (i used leftovers from Crock Pot Whole Chicken thanks again kathy)
3/4 cup of finely shredded carrot
1 egg
2 teaspoons onion powder (taste to suit)
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder (taste to suit)
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (taste to suit)
14 -15 egg roll wraps (16 oz.pkg.)
1 cup canola oil
1 cup honey
3/4 cup apricot preserves
1/3 cup cold water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine cabbage and carrots; mix well.
  • Add chicken; mix well.
  • Add seasonings, mixing well.
  • Taste, adjust seasonings if needed.
  • Add egg, mixing well.
  • To wrap egg rolls--.
  • Lay wrapper on work surface.
  • With wet fingers, damp all edges of wrapper.
  • Place 4 tablespoons of mixture evenly across center of wrapper.
  • Make sure filling is 3/4 inches away from edge.
  • Fold bottom half over to meet top.
  • Roll until tightly wrapped.
  • Make sure that you are folding in sides as you are rolling.
  • In a large 12 inch skillet, heat oil until hot.
  • Fry on both sides until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • For Honey-Apricot Dipping Sauce--.
  • In small saucepan combine all sauce ingredients.
  • Over low heat, stir until boiling.
  • Then cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.6, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 23.6, Sodium 292.7, Carbohydrate 51.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 27.4, Protein 6.1

CHICKEN BREASTS IN SPICY APRICOT AND PLUM SAUCE



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Saw this on TV and could almost smell it. Had to try it myself. Tweaked it just a little bit (cut down on the fat).

Provided by Chef Dudo

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb plum, stoned and finely chopped
4 ounces apricots, stoned and finely chopped (you can use dried apricots)
1 inch fresh ginger, grated
2 red chilies, deseeded and very finely chopped
2 cooking apples, peeled,cored and grated
2/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2/3 cup water
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook plums, apricots, ginger, chillies, apples, balsamic vinegar and water together in a heavy based pan for about 20 minutes to make a sauce.
  • In another pan, brown the chicken breast in the oil.
  • Add the sauce and cook together gently for about 15 minutes.
  • Season well with salt and pepper.
  • Serve over rice or cous-cous.

SPICY APRICOT DIP FOR CHICKEN AKA JEZEBEL SAUCE



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We use this dip for our breaded chicken tenders while we watch the Steelers games. You can spice it up if you wish by adding more horseradish

Provided by School Chef

Categories     Low Protein

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons horseradish
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Blend ingredients together well.
  • Cover and chill until ready to serve.

SPICY APRICOT SAUCE



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Posted for ZWT7- The South Pacific Islands. This is the sauce to go with White Meat Drumsticks which I posted earlier. Found on alleasyrecipes.com.

Provided by CJAY8248

Categories     Sauces

Time 40m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup dried apricot
1 cup water
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a heavy 1- to 1 1/2- quart saucepan, combine the apricots and water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to the lowest possible point, cover tightly, and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the apricots are soft and have absorbed almost all of the liquid in the pan. Watch carefull for any signs of burning.
  • Puree the apricots by rubbing them through a fine sieve or food mill set over a bowl, or pulverize them in the jar of an electric blender. With a rubber spatula scrape them into a bowl.
  • Add the vinegar, sugar, honey, paprika and salt and beat vigorously with a spoon or whisk until the mixture is smooth. Cover tightly and refrigerate until ready to use. (The sauce can be kept in the refrigerator for 2 or 3 months.).
  • Spicy apricot sauce is traditionally served with white meat drumsticks but also may be used as a condiment with other fried or roasted meats and fowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111, Fat 0.2, Sodium 101.9, Carbohydrate 28.1, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 25.8, Protein 0.8

Tips:

  • To make the apricot sauce even spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few drops of chili sauce.
  • If you don't have fresh apricots, you can use dried apricots. Just soak them in hot water for 10 minutes before using.
  • This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Apricot sauce is a great way to add a sweet and tangy flavor to grilled chicken, fish, or pork.
  • It can also be used as a dipping sauce for spring rolls, egg rolls, or dumplings.

Conclusion:

Spicy Apricot Sauce is a versatile and delicious sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's perfect for adding a sweet and tangy flavor to grilled meats, fish, or vegetables. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for spring rolls, egg rolls, or dumplings. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this sauce is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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