Best 3 Authentic Mexican Hot Sauce Recipes
In the culinary world, Mexican hot sauce stands as a vibrant and flavorful condiment that enhances the taste of various dishes. Its fiery touch and distinctive aroma have captivated taste buds around the globe, making it an essential ingredient in Mexican cuisine. This article aims to guide you through the process of creating an authentic Mexican hot sauce that will ignite your senses and transport you to the vibrant streets of Mexico. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can craft a hot sauce that captures the essence of Mexico's rich culinary heritage. Prepare to embark on a tastebud-tantalizing journey as we delve into the art of making authentic Mexican hot sauce.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HOMEMADE RED HOT SAUCE
In Mexico, the bottled hot sauce is used every day to spice up street fares such as potato chips, fruit cocktails, popcorn, and other fried foods sold as snacks in plastic bags. It is also used in some seafood cocktail preparations and alcoholic drinks. I hope you enjoy this delicious recipe.
Provided by Mely Martínez
Categories Salsas
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the arbol peppers, guajillo peppers, and garlic in a saucepan with the water. Turn the heat to high, and once the water starts boiling, turn the heat down and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until peppers are very soft. Due to the fumes, the peppers will give off, make sure your windows are open or turn on the exhaust fan.
- Remove saucepan from heat and allow to drop to room temperature. Once it has cooled, place the peppers, garlic, spices, dried herbs, vinegar, and one cup of the cooking water into a blender. Puree until you have a very fine texture.
- Pour this mixture into a glass container using a strainer, to remove any pieces of pepper skins left.
- Pour the mixture into the saucepan again, turn to medium-high heat, and gently simmer for about 5 minutes. This is just enough time to reduce the salsa to the desired consistency and allow the spices' flavors to blend. Again, don't forget to have the windows open and/or the kitchen exhaust fan on.
- Allow cooling. Pour the sauce into a sterilized bottle and secure with an airtight cap or lid.
- You can use this sauce immediately, although the flavors will be better about two weeks later. This sauce can last stored in your refrigerator for about 6 months. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 tbsp, Calories 4 kcal, Sodium 2 mg
MEXICAN STYLE HOT SAUCE
I moved to Texas from Michigan some years ago, and really loved the hot sauce that comes with the tortilla chips at any Mexican restaurant down here. This is a take from a recipe a work-friend gave me. It's great, this is also what I use on my Cilantro Salmon. Recipe can also be easily doubled if you're having guests. Also, recipe is really to taste. Once you get to the last steps, use as much or as little cilantro, salt and lime juice as you like. If you prefer less garlic, use less.
Provided by SabrinaFree
Categories Sauces
Time 30m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. Place garlic cloves and peppers on baking sheet, place in oven and roast until garlic and peppers are brown and skin is blistering. Cut tops of peppers off.
- Meanwhile, put in a blender or food processor the tomatoes (I like Muir Glen brand) and onions. Blend, until onion is well minced, but do not make it too smooth yet. When peppers and garlic are done, put in blender with tomato mixture. (If you want a milder sauce, wait until peppers are cool enough to handle and de-seed before putting in blender) Blend until smooth. Add cilantro, using more or less, to taste. Chop in blender. Squeeze juice of 1 whole lime, add salt to taste, and mix in blender. Taste sauce, if needs more salt or lime, just add more!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.6, Fat 0.2, Sodium 179.8, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.7, Protein 1
AUTHENTIC MEXICAN HOT SAUCE
This is my version of my favorite taco wagon's 'earthy' hot sauce of which I can never get enough. It is a little time consuming, but well worth it. I put it on everything from eggs to tacos, quesadillas, and salads. You can use any combination of chiles (cascabel, chipotle, Californian, New Mexican). For a hotter sauce, you can use all hot New Mexico chiles or add a few dried arbol chiles. For a tangier sauce, add the juice of 1 lime.
Provided by Nyteez.com
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Remove stems and seeds from the guajillo chile, pasilla chile, and the New Mexico chile pods.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Toast the chile pods in the skillet until lightly brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer the chile pods to a small bowl and pour the warm water over them. Allow chiles to soak about 40 minutes.
- Remove the guajillo and New Mexico chiles from the water. Use a spoon to scrape the pulp from the skin. Discard the skin. Place the pulp of the guajillo chile and the New Mexico chiles in a food processor with the pasilla chile and the water in which the peppers soaked. Puree in the food processor until all ingredients are combined. Add the garlic, cumin, salt, brown sugar, salt, and vinegar. Puree the mixture until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 5.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 195.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
Tips:
- Start with fresh ingredients: High-quality, fresh ingredients will yield the best flavor in your hot sauce. Look for ripe tomatoes, peppers, and onions.
- Roast your ingredients: Roasting tomatoes, peppers, and onions deepens their flavor and gives the hot sauce a smoky, complex taste.
- Use a variety of peppers: Different peppers offer different levels of heat and flavor. Experiment with different combinations to create a hot sauce that suits your taste.
- Add acid: Acid, such as vinegar or lime juice, helps to balance the heat of the peppers and brighten the flavor of the hot sauce.
- Season to taste: Taste your hot sauce throughout the cooking and adjust the seasonings accordingly. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or acid to achieve the desired flavor.
- Let your hot sauce age: Aging your hot sauce allows the flavors to develop and mellow. Store your hot sauce in a cool, dark place for at least two weeks before using.
Conclusion:
With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make delicious, authentic Mexican hot sauce at home. Experiment with different peppers, ingredients, and techniques to create a hot sauce that suits your taste. Once you've mastered the basics, you can start to get creative and experiment with different flavors and ingredients. Happy cooking!
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