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A bottle of green jalapeño hot sauce with fresh jalapeños and garlic on a wooden table.

Homemade Jalapeño Hot Sauce


  • Author: Rita
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Homemade Jalapeño Hot Sauce is fresh, bold, and packed with flavor. This easy-to-make sauce blends spicy jalapeños with garlic, vinegar, and lime juice to create the perfect balance of heat and tanginess. Whether drizzled over tacos, grilled meats, or used as a dip, this versatile sauce is a must-have for spice lovers. It takes just 20 minutes to prepare and is fully customizable to suit your preferred level of heat.


Ingredients

Fresh jalapeños, white vinegar, water, garlic, onion, salt, honey or sugar, lime juice, and olive oil come together to create this flavorful hot sauce. Jalapeños can be seeded for a milder taste or left whole for extra heat. White vinegar adds acidity, while garlic and onion provide depth. A touch of honey or sugar balances the flavors, and lime juice adds brightness. Olive oil is used for sautéing, enhancing the richness of the sauce.


Instructions

Begin by heating olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, then add the chopped jalapeños, garlic, and onion. Sauté for five minutes until softened and fragrant. Pour in vinegar, water, salt, and honey, then stir and let the mixture simmer for another five minutes. Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly before transferring to a blender. Add lime juice and blend until smooth, adjusting with water if needed for consistency. For a silkier texture, strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve. Pour into a sterilized bottle or jar, let it cool completely, and store in the refrigerator for up to a month.

Notes

Roasting the jalapeños before cooking enhances their smoky flavor. For a spicier kick, adding a habanero or serrano pepper can increase the heat level. If a thicker sauce is preferred, reduce the water slightly, or simmer for a few extra minutes to concentrate the flavors. A pinch of smoked paprika or cumin can provide additional depth.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Condiment, Sauce
  • Method: Blending, Simmering
  • Cuisine: Mexican, American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tbsp
  • Calories: 10 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 0.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 0.2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Homemade Jalapeño Hot Sauce, Spicy Jalapeño Sauce, Fresh Hot Sauce, DIY Spicy Sauce