How to Make Spicy Apricot Dipping Sauce

Apricot is a flavor that works well as a dipping sauce option. Even if you have never considered using apricot in this way before, it is worth trying; the sweetness of the apricots balances the acidity and spiciness of the dipping sauce perfectly.

Ingredients

Spicy apricot and mustard dipping sauce:

1/2 cup apricot jam
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sweet chilli sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon tomato sauce

Spicy apricot and ginger dipping sauce:

2 tablespoons apricot jelly
1/2 red jalapeño, minced
1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1-2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/4 teaspoon ginger, grated

Spicy apricot and cayenne dipping sauce:

1/4 cup apricot preserves
1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
1/4-1/2 teaspoon red chile flakes (to taste)
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)
1-2 tablespoons water

Spicy apricot and horseradish dipping sauce:

1/2 cup apricot jam/preserves
2 teaspoons brown mustard
1 teaspoon horseradish

Method 1

Method 1 of 4:

Spicy apricot and mustard dipping sauce

1
Mix all of the ingredients together in a small bowl. Stir until well combined.
2
Serve. Place the bowl out for dipping.
- This mixture is suitable for dipping kebabs, meatballs, veggie balls and so forth. It also makes a great sauce for burgers, including veggie burgers.

Method 2

Method 2 of 4:

Spicy apricot and ginger dipping sauce

1
Place all of the ingredients into a small bowl. Stir together to combine well.
2
Serve. Place the bowl out for dipping. See serving suggestions under Method 1.

Method 3

Method 3 of 4:

Spicy apricot and cayenne dipping sauce

1
Add the apricot preserves and ginger powder to a small bowl.
2
Add the chile flakes and cayenne to taste. Adjust as required after tasting.
3
Add sufficient water to make the dipping sauce the right consistency. Add the water gradually, stirring constantly.
4
Serve. Place the bowl out for dipping. See Method 1 for serving suggestions.

Method 4

Method 4 of 4:

Spicy apricot and horseradish dipping sauce

1
Place the three ingredients into a small bowl.
2
Mix well to combine.
3
Serve. Place the bowl out for dipping. See serving suggestions under Method 1.