Hot Chili Sauce Recipe

Inspired by Honest Abe's - Downtown

Time45m

Serves8

Make Hot Chili Sauce Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Method

Preparation

Prepare the Peppers

Wash the red chili peppers thoroughly under cold water. Remove the stems and slice them in half lengthwise to remove the seeds for a milder sauce, or leave them in for extra heat.

Chop the Aromatics

Peel and chop the garlic cloves and onion into small pieces to ensure they blend well with the other ingredients.

Cooking

Blend the Ingredients

In a blender, combine the prepared red chili peppers, chopped garlic, chopped onion, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Blend until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a little more vinegar to reach your desired consistency.

Simmer the Sauce

Pour the blended mixture into a saucepan over medium heat. Allow it to simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help to deepen the flavors and thicken the sauce.

Add Optional Ingredients

If desired, stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro during the last 5 minutes of simmering for added freshness and flavor.

Cooling and Storing

Cool the Sauce

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature. This will help the flavors to meld together.

Store the Sauce

Transfer the cooled sauce into a clean glass jar or bottle. Seal tightly and store in the refrigerator. The sauce can last for several weeks.