In a small bowl, add hot sauce, honey, and sugar. Stir to combine.
Add the mixture to a small pot and bring to a boil on medium-high heat.
Simmer for 2-3 minutes or until the sugar and honey have dissolved. Remove from heat.
Add butter and Worcestershire. Stir until butter has melted and combined.
Put the pot back on the heat, stir in cumin and pepper, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to blossom. Remove from heat.
Serving and enjoy :)
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Notes
The key to a great sweet heat sauce is balancing the sweetness and spiciness. Start by adding a small amount of hot sauce or chili paste to your base and gradually increase it to your preferred heat level.
If you plan on using your Popeyes sweet heat sauce as a marinade, add ingredients like apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, or lime juice. These acidic elements will help to tenderize and deliver more flavorful results.
To achieve a thicker consistency, add ingredients such as tomato paste, cornstarch, or a cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water). This will help the sauce adhere better to your desired food items.
If you are using this as a marinade, add some lime juice, especially if you are using it with fish. The citrus will help tenderize the meat.