This homemade hot sauce recipe is a fiery blend of peppers and spices, perfect for adding a kick to your favorite dishes. Saundra's secret ingredient gives this sauce a unique flavor that will have you coming back for more. Make a batch to keep in your fridge for anytime you need a spicy boost!
Ingredients
- 10 red chili peppers
- 5 jalapeno peppers
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 cup vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Roast the chili peppers and jalapenos in a hot oven until they are charred and blistered.
- Peel the garlic cloves and add them to a blender with the roasted peppers.
- Blend the peppers and garlic until smooth, adding vinegar, sugar, and salt to taste.
- Pour the mixture into a saucepan and simmer over low heat for 10-15 minutes.
- Let the hot sauce cool before transferring it to a jar for storage.
Interesting Facts
Hot sauce is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 1800s.
Capsaicin, the compound that gives peppers their heat, is known to have many health benefits.