Hot Sauce Recipe (Homemade and Easy!)

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from fresh salsa bidding barbecue creamy avocadono shortage Healthy Mexican Recipes Near Wholesome Yum. This might be my favorite treat!Since I like to make my own sauces (well, let’s be honest, when I have time…), a recent Saturday that wasn’t too busy was the perfect excuse to make a homemade, simple red Hot Sauce Recipe start from scratch.

What is Hot Sauce?

Enchilada sauce is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican red sauce made with peppers, garlic, tomatoes and spices.It adds a pleasing flavor to many dishes such as EnchiladasBurrito, and Tamales.

Ingredients and Substitutes

This section explains how to choose the best easy enchilada ingredients, what each ingredient does in the recipe, and substitution options.For measurements, see recipe card below.

• olive oil – For frying garlic.You can also use avocado oil, your favorite neutral cooking oil, or even butter (or butter).
• garlic – I use fresh garlic for flavor, but you can use 2 tsp canned garlic or 1/2 tsp garlic powder for convenience.
• chicken soup – I usually buy low sodium chicken broth, so you may need to adjust the salt according to your saltiness.You can also use bone broth For extra nutrition, or vegetable broth makes this vegetarian.
• ketchup – Tomato sauce adds classic flavor and richness, making it one of the essential ingredients in enchilada recipes. If you don’t have any, you can substitute crushed tomatoes pureed in a blender or tomato paste diluted with water.
• seasoning – For classic flavors we combine paprikaDry oreganofragrant Cumintasty onion powder, sea salt and black pepper (optional). If you like a kick, add 1/4 teaspoon (or more) paprika.

How to Make Hot Sauce

This section shows how to make easy enchiladas, with step-by-step photos and technical details to help you visualize it.For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see recipe card below.

1. Saute the garlic. Pour in olive oil and heat medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
2. Mix the sauce. Add broth, tomato paste, paprika, oregano, cumin, onion powder, salt, and pepper (if using) to pot. Blend until smooth.
3. simmer. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then cover and simmer until the sauce has reached your desired consistency. Season red sauce with sea salt and black pepper, if desired.

Tip: For faster results, use a larger pan.

The thickening process may take more or less time depending on the size of the pan. The bigger the pan, the faster you can make homemade salsa!

storage instructions

• shop: Store homemade taco sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
• freeze: For longer storage, store the sauce in a zip-top bag or airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 6 months. Thaw overnight on the counter or in the refrigerator, and stir before using.

Ways to Use the Hot Sauce Recipe

This sauce is surprisingly versatile! Use it with these easy recipes for added flavor and spice.

• Enchiladas – obviously! You can use this sauce on beef enchiladas, Gluten-Free Chicken Enchiladasor even black bean enchiladas.
• tacos – Use this sauce in place of your taco sauce for the ultimate taco!You can also drizzle it over other taco-inspired recipes like Zucchini Taco Boatshealthy Taco Saladsimple Crock Pot Taco Casseroleor Taco Dip.
• Burrito – Add this sauce to your burritos or burritos without tortillas Burrito in a Bowl.
• Fajitas – Add more vitality Shrimp Burritosimple Chicken Spring Pancakesor Instant Pot Steak Pancakes.
• casserole – used as a topping Egg Casserole or Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole Mexican-inspired style, or add interior Mexican Ground Beef Casserole.
• soup – Drizzle with hot sauce Mexican Chicken Soup or black bean soup. Finish with a dollop of sour cream and fresh cilantro.

More Homemade Sauce Recipes

Try some of my other homemade sauce recipes to take your meals from savory to delicious in no time:

Hot Sauce Recipe (Homemade and Easy!)

Learn how to make the best homemade salsa recipe in 10 minutes! It’s super easy, naturally gluten-free, and uses common ingredients.

chef: 10 minute

all: 10 minute

Serving Size: 8 (adjust according to recipe)

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1. heat the olive oil medium saucepan Heat over medium heat.Add garlic and fry for approx. 1 minuteuntil the fragrance is released.

2. Add all remaining ingredients and stir together. Bring to a simmer. Cover and reduce heat to keep air bubbles in.stew about 10 minutesStir occasionally until thickened to your liking.

3. Adjust sea salt and black pepper to taste, if desired (only do this after cooking, it adds flavor and heat).

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Serving Size: 1/4 cup

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

calories 31

fat 1.2 grams

protein 1.3 grams

total carbohydrates 5.2 grams

net carbs 3.3 grams

fiber 1.9 grams

sugar 2.2 grams

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