How to make BAJAN Hot pepper sauce | Caribbean hot pepper sauce

fresh hot peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Jalapeños offer a milder heat, while cayenne is more accessible.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note, while white vinegar is cost-effective.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Garlic powder provides flavor without the bulk.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: citric acid

Lemon juice is a good substitute for acidity.

Remove stems from scotch bonnet peppers.

Add garlic and fresh turmeric to the mixture.

Add english mustard to the blender.

Blend the mixture until combined.

Add white distilled vinegar for preservation.

Add olive oil to achieve desired consistency.

Check the consistency of the sauce and adjust with more olive oil if needed.

Pour the sauce into an airtight container using a funnel.

Top the bottle with more olive oil and shake well.

Refrigerate the hot pepper sauce.

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