Traditional Mexican Hot Sauce

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Traditional Mexican Hot Sauce

This authentic Mexican hot sauce recipe brings together fiery chilies, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic spices to create a versatile condiment perfect for spicing up any dish.

Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
7min

Ingredients

8 Servings
  • 60 ml apple cider vinegar
  • 10 dried arbol chilies
  • 5 dried guajillo chilies
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 5 g salt
  • 4 tomatoes
  • 15 ml vegetable oil
  • 240 ml water
  • 1 white onion

Directions

Step 1
Remove stems and seeds from the dried chilies.
Step 2
In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chilies and toast them for about 2 minutes, until fragrant.
Step 3
Add the tomatoes, garlic, and onion to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the tomatoes start to soften.
Step 4
Transfer the contents of the skillet to a blender. Add the apple cider vinegar, water, and salt.
Step 5
Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 6
Pour the sauce into a sterilized jar and let it cool. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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