Taco Bell Wild Sauce Recipe

Relive the fiery flavor explosion of Taco Bell's legendary Wild Sauce! This recipe recreates that iconic 90s spicy hot sauce, intensely flavorful and undeniably addictive. Many attempts have led to this incredibly close recreation – using Tabasco is KEY (no substitutes!), trust us, it's the secret ingredient. Get ready for a taste of nostalgia!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 6 mins
Calories 81.1 kcal
Protein 6g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Taco Bell Wild Sauce

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How to Make Taco Bell Wild Sauce

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste and ½ cup of water.
  2. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is completely smooth and free of lumps.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of Tabasco sauce, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper to the tomato mixture.
  4. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  6. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool completely before storing. This allows the flavors to meld.
  7. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

92 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Taco Bell Wild Sauce?

Taco Bell Wild Sauce takes about 11 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 6 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Taco Bell Wild Sauce?

Taco Bell Wild Sauce has approximately 81.1 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Taco Bell Wild Sauce?

The key ingredients for Taco Bell Wild Sauce are Tomato Paste, Water, Vinegar, Pickled Jalapeno Peppers, Chili Powder, Dried Onion Flakes. See the full list with measurements above.

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