Jul 14 2026
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Zab's Hot Sauce Recipe

Inspired by Heather's
Time30m
Serves10

Make Zab's Hot Sauce Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash the fresh red chili peppers thoroughly under running water. Remove the stems and chop them roughly. Peel the garlic cloves.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a blender, combine the chopped chili peppers, peeled garlic cloves, white vinegar, and salt. If desired, add sugar, lime juice, and black pepper for an extra flavor kick.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Blend the Mixture

    Blend the mixture on high speed until it becomes a smooth sauce. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little more vinegar to reach your desired consistency.

  2. 4

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as necessary. You can add more salt, sugar, or lime juice according to your preference.

Storage

  1. 5

    Bottle the Sauce

    Pour the hot sauce into sterilized bottles or jars, ensuring that they are clean and dry.

  2. 6

    Refrigerate

    Seal the bottles and refrigerate the hot sauce. It can be stored for up to 3 months in the refrigerator.

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