Lauren Hayes 3h ago

laurensflavorlab #sauces

Datil pepper hot sauce is a thick, tangy homemade chili sauce made with fresh datil peppers, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. This recipe creates a rich tomato-based hot sauce with intense pepper heat, fruity sweetness, savory depth, and bright acidity. Datil peppers provide a sweet-fruity flavor similar to habanero peppers, while tomato paste adds body and creates a thicker consistency than vinegar-forward hot sauces. Datil peppers typically range from 100,000 to 300,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), creating a high-heat sauce balanced with honey, citrus, and spices. The recipe takes about 30 minutes, including 10 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking. One batch produces approximately 1 cup (240 ml) of unstrained sauce. Serve it with fried chicken, pulled pork, burgers, grilled seafood, eggs, sandwiches, tacos, and other savory dishes.