Hot Pepper Sauce Recipe

Tired of store-bought hot sauces? This recipe lets you transform your homegrown jalapeños into a fiery, flavorful condiment that'll blow your tastebuds away! Mastering your own hot sauce takes patience (3 months aging!), but the result is a depth of flavor you won't find in any bottle. Inspired by Mastering Barbecue, this recipe is the perfect way to elevate your grilling game and impress your friends with a truly unique gift. Get ready for the heat!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 130.6 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Hot Pepper Sauce

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How to Make Hot Pepper Sauce

  1. **Safety First!** Always wear food-safe gloves when handling hot peppers to protect your skin from irritation.
  2. Wearing gloves, carefully remove the stems and seeds from 1 pound of jalapeño peppers. Finely chop the peppers.
  3. In a large saucepan, combine 2 cups of white vinegar, 2 tablespoons of salt, and the chopped jalapeños. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. **Important:** Work in a well-ventilated area to avoid breathing in the fumes.
  4. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely.
  5. Carefully transfer the cooled mixture to a blender. Blend until completely smooth and pureed.
  6. Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth (optional, for a smoother sauce).
  7. Pour the sauce into sterilized glass bottles. Seal tightly and let age in a cool, dark place for at least 3 months. The flavor will deepen and mellow over time.
  8. After 3 months, your fiery hot pepper sauce is ready! Enjoy it on your favorite dishes or share the delicious gift with friends and family.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

1g

Carbs

6g

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Starters Appetizers & Snacks The Americas American Mexican Southern Vegetarian Vegan Gluten Free Paleo Summer Recipes Grilling & Bbq

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Sauces Condiments Etc Easy Low Fat Food Processor Blender Stove Top Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Healthy 2 Low In Something Equipment Small Appliance

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hot Pepper Sauce?

Hot Pepper Sauce takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hot Pepper Sauce?

Hot Pepper Sauce has approximately 130.6 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hot Pepper Sauce?

The key ingredients for Hot Pepper Sauce are Jalapeno Peppers, Distilled White Vinegar, Kosher Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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