Superhot Sriracha Recipe with the Trinidad Moruga Scorpion

red chili peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Jalapeños are lower in heat and calories, while cayenne pepper is often more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar can be less expensive.

Chop about 1 cup of red jalapeno peppers and set aside.

Take 4 cloves of garlic and set aside.

Measure 1 teaspoon of salt and 2 teaspoons of sugar, adjusting to taste.

Use 1 to 2 tablespoons of white wine vinegar, or regular white vinegar.

In a food processor, combine the chopped jalapeno peppers, garlic, salt, sugar, and vinegar.

Process the mixture until smooth, adding more vinegar if needed for consistency.

Strain out about half of the pulp to achieve a smoother texture.

Transfer the strained mixture to a pan and bring it to a boil over medium heat.

Reduce the heat and let it simmer to thicken to desired consistency, stirring occasionally.

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