Copycat Franks Red Hot Sauce
Recreate the iconic heat and tang of your favorite hot sauce at home with this Copycat Frank’s Red Hot Sauce recipe! Crafted with fresh cayenne peppers, tangy white vinegar, and a touch of garlic and paprika for depth, this DIY version perfectly balances bold spice with zesty flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this hot sauce is simmered to perfection, blended until smooth, and strained for a silky, fiery finish. Perfect for drizzling over wings, spicing up dips, or adding a kick to any dish, this homemade hot sauce is a must-try for spice lovers. Plus, it’s easy to make and stores well in the refrigerator for up to a month. Elevate your heat game with this simple yet flavorful recipe!
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Ingredients
- 18 pieces Cayenne peppers (stems removed)
- 1.5 cups White vinegar
- 1 piece Garlic clove (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
Add the cayenne peppers, white vinegar, minced garlic, paprika, and water into a medium saucepan.
Step 2
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer.
Step 3
Simmer the mixture for about 10 minutes, or until the peppers become soft and tender.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool for 5-10 minutes.
Step 5
Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor, and blend until smooth.
Step 6
Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding the pepper solids left behind.
Step 7
Stir in salt and adjust to taste, if needed.
Step 8
Pour the strained hot sauce into a sterilized glass bottle or jar and seal tightly.
Step 9
Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month, shaking well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (580.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 363.7 |
| Total Fat 15.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2401.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.7g | |
| Protein 11.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 179.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2146.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories