Heather's Homemade Hot Sauce Recipe

Name: Heather's Homemade Hot Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Bay leaves; 2 tbsp onion powder; 1 tbsp garlic powder; 5 tbsp cayenne pepper powder; 1 tbsp habanero pepper powder; 3 tbsp paprika; 2 tbsp salt; 1/2 tsp ghost pepper powder (optional); 4 cup white vinegar; 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar; 1/3 cup honey; 1/2 cup apricot preserves; 2/3 cup spiced rum; 6 oz can of tomato paste

Servings: persons

2 Bay leaves
2 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp garlic powder
5 tbsp cayenne pepper powder
1 tbsp habanero pepper powder
3 tbsp paprika
2 tbsp salt
1/2 tsp ghost pepper powder (optional)
4 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup honey
1/2 cup apricot preserves
2/3 cup spiced rum
6 oz can of tomato paste

1
In a large saucepan, mix together all dry ingredients, except bay leaves.
2
Add honey, apricot preserves, spiced rum, and tomato paste.
3
Mix well.
4
Whisk in all vinegars, saving 1/2 cup of white vinegar.
5
Place on stovetop, add bay leaves and bring to a slow boil over medium heat.
6
Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cover, simmering for at least 30 minutes.
7
Turn off stove and let cool for 1 hour.
8
Remove bay leaves and pour into a blender, blending until smooth.
9
Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the mixture into a clean saucepan.
10
(Use a spoon to push it through the strainer, the mixture will be thick.)
11
Discard the leftover pulp.
12
Add 1/2 cup of white vinegar (more or less depending on preference) to the sauce, to thin to desired consistency.
13
Cover and let cool completely before bottling.

169

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Bay leaves, 2 tbsp onion powder, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 5 tbsp cayenne pepper powder, and more.

Yes, Heather's Homemade Hot Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Heather's Homemade Hot Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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