Homemade Hot Sauce

12 Sep Homemade Hot Sauce

Blooming Glen Farm grows a variety of hot peppers- Jalapenos, Santa Fe’s, Anaheims, Habaneros, Cherry Bombs, Long Hots, and Poblanos.  You can use any combination of these hot peppers in this recipe, depending on your desired heat level.  The possibilities are endless!

Hot Sauce

Ingredients:
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
4-5 large cloves garlic, sliced
1 lb hot peppers*
1 cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup water
½ tsp sea salt
1-2 Tbsp honey**

*You can use any variety or combination of hot peppers.  The spiciness of the hot sauce will vary depending on what hot peppers you choose to use.

**You can replace the honey with a sliced peach and 1-2 Tbsp of cilantro leaves for a unique twist on this hot sauce.  Follow the same directions (just add the sliced peach and the cilantro instead of the honey and simmer).

• Heat oil in a medium saucepan.
• Add onion and garlic. Cook on low heat for 3-5 minutes or until lightly browned.
• Prepare peppers. Wash and cut off stem.  You can slice them, keeping the seeds or membranes, or you may choose to remove the seeds and membranes for less heat. (Take extra caution when preparing hot peppers- wear disposable gloves if possible, and avoid touching eyes or other sensitive areas until hands are clean and free of any hot pepper residue.)

• Add peppers, vinegar, water, salt, and honey (or peach/cilantro).
• Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.  Stir occasionally.

• Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
• Using a high speed blender, combine all ingredients to create a smooth sauce.
• Store in a glass jar in the fridge. This will last a couple of months.
• This makes about 3 cups of hot sauce.

• Enjoy on top of eggs, drizzle on rice bowls, use on chicken wings, add to dressings or marinades, or flavor chilis with this hot sauce.

Recipe and photos by Stephanie Borzio.  Stephanie is a mom of three active boys and is an autoimmune warrior.  After battling her own health for several years, Stephanie found healing through food and lifestyle changes, including joining Blooming Glen Farm CSA of which she is a long time member.  She is a Board Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach who is passionate about sharing healthy living tips and real food recipes.  Instagram and Facebook: Tru You Essentials; Website: www.truyouessentials.com