Ingredients with Measurements:
- 10-12 fresh Carolina Reaper peppers, stems removed
- 1 cup distilled white vinegar
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Special equipment needed:
- Food processor or blender
- Heat-resistant gloves
- Glass jars with lids
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Put on heat-resistant gloves to protect your hands from the heat of the peppers.
2. Cut the stems off the Carolina Reaper peppers and roughly chop them.
3. In a food processor or blender, combine the chopped peppers, vinegar, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Blend the ingredients until smooth.
5. Pour the hot sauce into glass jars with lids.
6. Store the hot sauce in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: None
Temperature:
None
Serving size:
Makes about 2 cups of hot sauce
Nutritional information:
Serving size: 1 tablespoon
Calories: 5
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: 0g
Sodium: 50mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Carolina Reaper peppers can be substituted with other hot peppers, such as habanero or ghost peppers.
- Distilled white vinegar can be substituted with apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar.
- Lime juice can be substituted with lemon juice.
Variations:
- For a milder hot sauce, use fewer peppers or remove the seeds and membranes from the peppers before blending.
- For a sweeter hot sauce, add more honey or substitute with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- For a smokier hot sauce, add a teaspoon of liquid smoke.
Tips and tricks:
- Be careful when handling hot peppers, as they can cause skin irritation and burns.
- Use a food processor or blender to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Adjust the amount of honey and salt to taste.
Storage instructions:
Store the hot sauce in glass jars with lids in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.
Reheating instructions:
None
Presentation ideas:
Serve the hot sauce in a small dish or squeeze bottle.
Garnishes:
Garnish with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley.
Pairings:
Use the hot sauce as a condiment for grilled meats, tacos, or eggs.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with rice, beans, or roasted vegetables.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the hot sauce is too thick, add a little water to thin it out.
- If the hot sauce is too thin, add more peppers or reduce the amount of vinegar.
Food safety advice:
- Wash your hands thoroughly after handling hot peppers.
- Use clean utensils and jars to prevent contamination.
Food history:
The Carolina Reaper pepper was developed by Ed Currie of PuckerButt Pepper Company in South Carolina and was recognized as the world's hottest pepper in 2013.
Flavor profiles:
The Da'Bomb Reaper Sling Blade Hot Sauce is extremely hot and spicy with a sweet and tangy flavor.
Serving suggestions:
Use the hot sauce sparingly as a condiment to add heat and flavor to your favorite dishes.
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