Easy Homemade Hot Sauce Recipe

Hot sauce is a staple in many households, and once you try making it yourself, you'll never want to go back to store-bought versions. The beauty of homemade hot sauce lies in its freshness and the ability to tweak the heat level to your liking. Plus, it's incredibly versatile—you can drizzle it on burgers, mix it into a tuna sandwich, toss it with chicken wings, stir it into a stir fry, or even use it as a dipping sauce. The possibilities are endless!

Why You'll Love This Hot Sauce

• Fresh Ingredients: Made with real chillies, red pepper, and garlic.

• Customizable: Adjust the heat level and consistency to your preference.

• Versatile: Perfect for a variety of dishes, from sandwiches to stir fries.

• Easy to Make: Quick prep and cooking time.

Instructions

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • Chillies: Remove the stems from the chillies and chop them in half. This will make them easier to blend later.

   • Red Pepper: Cut around the stem of the red pepper and pull it out. Slice the pepper in half, remove the seeds and white membranes, and chop it into pieces.

   • Garlic: Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside.

Ingredients you will need:

• Red Hot chillies

• Red pepper

• Cloves of garlic

• Honey

• Apple cider vinegar

• Fresh herbs (optional: sage, oregano)

Soak in Hot Water:

• Place the chopped chillies and red pepper in a large bowl.

• Boil a pot of water, then pour the hot water over the chillies and red pepper in the bowl. Ensure the vegetables are fully submerged.

• Let them soak for at least 15 minutes. This step helps to soften the vegetables and mellow the heat of the chillies slightly.

Blend the Ingredients:

• After soaking, drain the water from the chillies and red pepper using a colander.

• Transfer the drained chillies, red pepper, and peeled garlic cloves to a blender.

• Add a cup of water to the blender to help achieve a smooth blend.

• Blend the mixture on high until it becomes a smooth paste. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend for a shorter duration.

Optional: Strain for Smooth Sauce:

• If you want a smooth hot sauce, pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl. Use a spoon or spatula to press the mixture through the strainer, separating the liquid from the solids.

• Discard the solids left in the strainer, or keep them for another use, such as adding to soups or stews for extra flavor.

Cook the Sauce:

• Pour the strained (or unstrained) blended mixture into a pan.

• Add salt, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to the pan.

• If you have fresh herbs like sage and oregano, chop them finely and add them to the mixture for additional flavor.

• Cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Allow it to simmer for a few minutes until it reaches your desired consistency. The longer you cook it, the thicker it will become.

Store and Enjoy:

• Once the sauce is cooked, remove the pan from heat and let it cool down to room temperature.

• Transfer the cooled sauce into a clean jar with a tight-fitting lid.

• Store the jar in the refrigerator. The hot sauce will keep for a couple of weeks.

• Use it to add a fiery touch to your favorite dishes!

Serving Suggestions

This hot sauce is incredibly versatile. Here are a few ways you can use it:

• Drizzle on burgers or sandwiches for an extra kick.

• Toss with chicken wings for a spicy treat.

• Add to stir fries for a burst of flavor.

• Use as a dipping sauce for snacks.

Final Thoughts

Making your hot sauce is not only fun but also rewarding. You get to control the ingredients and the heat level, ensuring a perfect match for your taste buds. Give this recipe a try and let me know how it turns out. Happy cooking and enjoy your spicy creations!

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