How to Make Basic [Hot] Vinegar Sauce

The basic formula for a homemade hot sauce is usually a combination of peppers, white or apple cider vinegar, spices, other fruits and vegetables, and salt. Making your own sauces can be a great way to experiment and create new flavors.

Basic steps:

• Clean and roughly chop peppers
• Combine 2 parts vinegar with 1 part water in a pot
• Add peppers and other desired ingredients to vinegar (we like adding sweet fruits and sugars)
• Boil for 5-10 minutes
• Allow to cool
• Blend until desired smoothness is reached
• If sauce is too thick, add a few tbsp of water at a time and blend until it is the right viscosity

Recommended Ingredients to use in Hot Sauces:

• Peppers (Habaneros, jalapeños, bell peppers, and ghost peppers are great)
• Garlic & onions
• Tropical fruits (pineapple, mango, peach, apricot)
• Apple cider (for sweetness)
• Cumin
• Turmeric
• Olive oil (for texture)
• Any other fruits and vegetables!