Chef Auyrionne Reacts to Family Friend's Homemade Pepper Sauce Recipe

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds tanginess with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable while still providing a neutral flavor.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are cost-effective and have a longer shelf life.

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Grape juice offers sweetness without the alcohol.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced bell peppers and sauté until softened, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in balsamic vinegar and stir to combine.

Add tomato paste, sugar, and water; mix well.

Season with salt, black pepper, bay leaf, and thyme.

Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens.

Adjust seasoning with lemon juice and additional salt as needed.

Remove bay leaf before serving.

Serve warm over grilled meats or as a dip.

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