Lacy Lou's Hot Sauce

Turn up the heat in your kitchen with Lacy Lou's Hot Sauce, a bold and flavorful homemade condiment that’s perfect for spice lovers! This vibrant sauce combines the fiery kick of fresh red chili peppers with the savory richness of garlic, balanced by a tangy splash of white vinegar and a touch of sweetness from sugar. Crafted with a quick sauté to enhance the peppers’ natural heat and a slow simmer to meld the flavors, this versatile hot sauce can be easily customized to your heat tolerance by adjusting the seeds. Whether you’re drizzling it on tacos, spicing up marinades, or using it as a dipping sauce, this recipe promises a smooth, restaurant-quality finish with an optional strained texture. Plus, with just 30 minutes from start to finish, it’s as quick and easy as it is addictive. Perfect for anyone looking to make their own spicy creations at home, Lacy Lou’s Hot Sauce is your go-to for adding a zesty kick to any dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Fresh red chili peppers (e.g., habanero, cayenne, or Thai chilies)
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 cup White vinegar
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash the red chili peppers thoroughly and pat them dry. Remove the stems and roughly chop the peppers. (For less heat, you can remove the seeds.)

Step 2

Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the vegetable oil and heat for about 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the chopped chili peppers and garlic to the saucepan, stirring occasionally. Cook for 5 minutes until the peppers soften.

Step 5

Carefully pour the white vinegar and water into the saucepan. Stir in the sugar and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer the cooled mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. For a thinner sauce, add 1-2 tablespoons of water while blending.

Step 9

Strain the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean jar or bottle to remove solids (optional, for an ultra-smooth texture).

Step 10

Store the hot sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake well before each use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(715.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	346.0

Total Fat 13.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2402.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 34.8g
Protein 4.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 107.3mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 1510.5mg	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: 38.5%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 56.1%