My Spicy Honey Dips for a Sweet & Hot Treat (Sawsawan)

Hi, honey friends! Today, I’m super excited to share how I mix honey with a spicy kick to make yummy dipping sauces. These dips are perfect for lumpia, fried chicken, or even crispy fries. I love how the sweet from honey and the heat from chili come together—it’s like a little party in my mouth!

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1. Simple Spicy Honey Dip

• What I Use:
  • 2 tablespoons of honey
  • 1 teaspoon of chili flakes or a few drops of hot sauce
  • A pinch of salt (optional)
• How I Make It:
  1. I put the honey in a small bowl.
  2. I stir in the chili flakes or hot sauce.
  3. I add just a tiny pinch of salt to balance the flavors.
• Why I Love It:
  It’s quick to make and perfect for dipping lumpia or crunchy vegetables. The honey cools down the spicy chili a bit, so it’s not too hot.

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2. Honey Calamansi Chili Dip

• What I Use:
  • 2 tablespoons of honey
  • Juice of 1 calamansi
  • 1 teaspoon of finely chopped chili peppers (or hot sauce)
• How I Make It:
  1. I squeeze the calamansi juice into a bowl with the honey.
  2. I add the chopped chili peppers (or hot sauce) and mix well.
  3. I taste it—if it’s too sour, I add more honey; if it’s too sweet, I add another drop of calamansi juice.
• Why I Love It:
  It has a zesty flavor from calamansi plus a spicy kick. I like dipping fried chicken in this sauce for an extra pop of taste!

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3. Choosing My Heat Level

I know chili peppers can be very hot, so I start with a small amount. If I want more heat, I add more chili flakes or hot sauce little by little. This way, I don’t make the dip too spicy for my friends or family who might not like too much heat.

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A Friendly Tip

Remember to store any leftover dip in a clean container. I keep it in the fridge for up to a few days. When I want to use it again, I just give it a good stir!

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That’s it for Day 19! I hope you’ll try these spicy honey dips and enjoy the sweet-and-hot burst of flavor. Tomorrow, I’ll share another fun idea for using honey in our daily meals. Until then, keep things sweet and spicy!

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P.S. Do you have your own secret spicy-honey mix? I’d love to know your recipe!