Homemade African hot pepper sauce recipe

fresh hot peppers

🥗Healthier: mild peppers

💰Cheaper: canned peppers

Mild peppers reduce heat while canned options are budget-friendly.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice adds freshness while apple cider is often less expensive.

Blend fresh hot peppers, onions, and garlic until smooth.

Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add blended mixture to the saucepan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.

Stir in vinegar and salt to taste, simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Add spices and cook for an additional 2 minutes, adjusting seasoning as needed.

Cooking Techniques

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