Red Hot Pepper Sauce

Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
A vibrant, spicy-sweet condiment perfect for enhancing grilled meats and vegetables
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This homemade Red Hot Pepper Sauce offers a bold balance of sweet, tangy, and fiery flavors. Made with long hot peppers, ripe tomatoes, and a touch of vinegar, it delivers a robust kick that pairs beautifully with burgers, sandwiches, and roasted vegetables. The addition of mixed pickling spices adds depth, while the sugar rounds out the acidity for a smooth, glossy texture. Ideal for everyday cooking, this versatile sauce brings a restaurant-quality zest to your home kitchen. It’s simple to prepare with pantry staples, making it a reliable favorite for adding instant flavor to any dish. Store in sterilized jars for long-lasting enjoyment.

Red Hot Pepper Sauce

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 1835.4

Description

This homemade Red Hot Pepper Sauce offers a bold balance of sweet, tangy, and fiery flavors. Made with long hot peppers, ripe tomatoes, and a touch of vinegar, it delivers a robust kick that pairs beautifully with burgers, sandwiches, and roasted vegetables. The addition of mixed pickling spices adds depth, while the sugar rounds out the acidity for a smooth, glossy texture. Ideal for everyday cooking, this versatile sauce brings a restaurant-quality zest to your home kitchen. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple to prepare with pantry staples, making it a reliable favorite for adding instant flavor to any dish. Store in sterilized jars for long-lasting enjoyment.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Wash and drain the long hot peppers and ripe tomatoes thoroughly.
  2. Seed and chop the peppers; core and chop the tomatoes.
  3. Place the chopped peppers and tomatoes in a large kettle or heavy-bottomed pot.
  4. Add 2 cups of vinegar to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat slightly and boil until the vegetables are completely soft.
  6. Press the cooked vegetable mixture through a fine sieve to create a smooth puree.
  7. Return the puree to the pot and add the sugar, pickling salt, and mixed pickling spices (tied in a cheesecloth bag).
  8. Bring the sauce to a boil and simmer until it begins to thicken.
  9. Add the remaining 2 cups of vinegar and continue to boil for about 15 minutes, or until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
  10. Remove and discard the spice bag.
  11. Ladle the boiling-hot sauce into sterilized jars, leaving appropriate headspace.
  12. Seal the jars immediately and process according to standard canning guidelines for safe storage.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 1835.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.4g32%
Saturated Fat 3.6g18%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 14767.8mg616%
Total Carbohydrate 456.7g153%
Dietary Fiber 153.6g615%
Sugars 84.0g
Protein 86.7g174%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pepper, sauce, hot, tomato, vinegar, spicy, condiment, homemade, preserving, caning, vegan, gluten-free, grilling, burgers, barbecue, pickling, spices, sweet, tangy, long
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