Ti-Malice (Fiery Haitian Creole Hot Sauce)

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Jalapeños offer heat with fewer calories, while banana peppers are milder and more affordable.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is leaner and lower in fat, while turkey can be less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides similar acidity, and vinegar is often more economical.

thyme

🥗Healthier: oregano

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Oregano can be a healthier herb option, while dried thyme is often less expensive.

Set up a saucepan over medium heat and add olive oil.

Add chopped onion and Scotch bonnet peppers to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes.

Add chopped red bell pepper and cook for another 5 minutes.

Add chopped garlic and cook for 30 seconds to a minute until fragrant.

Stir in tomato paste and cook for about 30 seconds.

Add apple cider vinegar and juice from half a lemon to the pan.

Pour in 1/2 cup of water and stir to combine.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.

Transfer the mixture to a food processor and blend until smooth or to desired consistency.

Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cooking Techniques

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