Mom's Exceptionally Hot Tabasco Sauce
Unleash fiery flavor with "Mom's Exceptionally Hot Tabasco Sauce," a homemade condiment that brings bold heat and zesty tang to your table. Made from fresh red Tabasco peppers, garlic, and a perfect balance of white vinegar and kosher salt, this recipe is packed with vibrant, all-natural ingredients. With just 20 minutes of prep and a simple simmer-and-blend process, you'll craft a hot sauce that's as versatile as it is intense. Strain it for a silky-smooth texture and let it rest in the fridge to develop its signature kick. Whether you’re spicing up tacos, eggs, or marinades, this DIY Tabasco sauce is the ultimate pantry essential for hot sauce lovers everywhere.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh red Tabasco peppers (stemmed)
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Directions
Step 1
Step 1: Thoroughly wash the Tabasco peppers under cool running water. Remove any lingering stems for a clean preparation.
Step 2
Step 2: Transfer the peppers to a medium saucepot over medium heat. Add water, vinegar, and minced garlic to the pot.
Step 3
Step 3: Stir in the kosher salt and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the peppers have softened.
Step 4
Step 4: Remove the pot from heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes.
Step 5
Step 5: Blend the cooled mixture in a high-powered blender or food processor, starting at low speed and then gradually increasing to high. Blend until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Step 6: For a smooth sauce, strain the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl or jar, pressing with a spatula to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
Step 7
Step 7: Pour the strained sauce into sterilized glass bottles or jars with airtight lids for storage.
Step 8
Step 8: Allow the sauce to sit in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours to let the flavors meld together. Shake the bottle well before each use.
Step 9
Step 9: Enjoy Mom's Exceptionally Hot Tabasco Sauce by adding it to your favorite dishes for a spicy twist!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (959.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 188.5 |
| Total Fat 1.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 617.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.3g | |
| Protein 5.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 93.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1324.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories