Pique Recipe | Authentic Puerto Rican Hot Sauce | Easy Homemade Flavor

cayenne peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Jalapeños provide a milder spice while banana peppers are often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually less expensive.

Combine vinegar, water, and citrus juice in a bowl.

Finely chop garlic and onion, then add to the vinegar mixture.

Slice cayenne peppers and add them to the bowl.

Stir in black pepper, salt, oregano, and bay leaves.

Mix until well combined and flavors meld.

Transfer to a clean jar or bottle for storage.

Cooking Techniques

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