Chuck's All Up in Ya Hot Sauce

Ignite your senses with "Chuck's All Up in Ya Hot Sauce," a bold and tantalizing homemade creation that delivers the perfect balance of heat, tang, and smoky complexity. Made with a fiery blend of fresh red chilies, habanero peppers, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cumin, this sauce is elevated with a touch of sweetness from light brown sugar and a citrusy kick from freshly squeezed lime juice. Sautéed garlic, onion, and carrot provide a rich, velvety base, while apple cider vinegar ties it all together for a vibrant, zesty finish. Ideal for spicing up tacos, wings, burgers, or even a morning scramble, this easy-to-make hot sauce is a must-have condiment for heat lovers. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short simmer, you'll have a batch of artisanal hot sauce that keeps in the fridge for up to three months!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 8 pieces fresh red chilies (such as Fresno or cayenne)
• 3 pieces habanero peppers
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 medium white onion
• 1 large carrot
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and pat dry the chilies, habanero peppers, and carrot.

Step 2

Dice the chilies and habanero peppers into small pieces, removing the stems. (Leave the seeds in for extra heat or remove them if you prefer a milder sauce.)

Step 3

Peel and dice the garlic cloves, onion, and carrot into small chunks for easier cooking.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the diced onion, garlic, and carrot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables soften and the onions become translucent.

Step 6

Add the diced chilies and habanero peppers to the saucepan. Cook for another 3-5 minutes to release their flavors.

Step 7

Stir in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 8

Pour in the apple cider vinegar, lime juice, water, and brown sugar. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender and the flavors meld together.

Step 10

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly (about 5 minutes).

Step 11

Carefully transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender directly in the saucepan. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and velvety.

Step 12

Taste the sauce and adjust salt or lime juice to preference, if needed.

Step 13

Pour the hot sauce into sterilized glass jars or bottles. Allow it to cool completely before sealing tightly.

Step 14

Store the hot sauce in the refrigerator for up to 3 months. Enjoy it on your favorite dishes whenever you need a burst of heat and flavor!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(881.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	519.2

Total Fat 30.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2452.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 27.4g
Protein 6.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 179.8mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 1492.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.4%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 41.7%