Mel's Chili Sauce

Elevate your dishes with the bold and versatile flavors of Mel's Chili Sauce, a vibrant homemade condiment that perfectly balances heat, tang, and sweetness. Crafted with a base of fragrant sautéed onions, garlic, and fiery red chili peppers, this sauce is simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes, a touch of honey, and apple cider vinegar for a flavorful punch. Smoky paprika and earthy cumin add depth, while its silky texture can be customized to suit your preference. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy chili sauce is the ultimate companion for tacos, burgers, roasted veggies, or as a zingy dip. Make a batch today and transform everyday meals into something extraordinary!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 large red chili peppers, finely chopped
• 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and chopped red chili peppers, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the sautéed mixture.

Step 5

Add the apple cider vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to distribute the seasonings evenly.

Step 6

Add 1/4 cup of water to thin the sauce slightly, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding a bit more honey for sweetness or vinegar for tanginess.

Step 9

Once cooked, remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly. Transfer to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and blend until smooth, if a silky texture is desired.

Step 10

Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(732.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	578.7

Total Fat 30.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2880.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 58.5g
Protein 8.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 194.1mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 1993.0mg	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: 43.7%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 50.7%