Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
4 unit

Dried New Mexico peppers

stemmed, seeded

4 unit

Dried Japones peppers

stemmed, seeded

2 unit

Dried Guajillos

stemmed, seeded

2 unit

Dried Arbol peppers

whole

8 unit

Dried bird peppers

whole

1 clove

garlic

minced

1 tsp

Sea salt

n/a

0.5 cup

white vinegar

n/a

Step 1
~6 min

Stem and remove the seeds from the New Mexico, Japones, and Guajillo peppers.

Step 2
~6 min

Mince the garlic clove.

Step 3
~6 min

Place all the peppers in a large bowl.

Step 4
~6 min

Cover the peppers with boiling water.

Step 5
~6 min

Let the peppers rest in the hot water for one hour to soften.

Step 6
~6 min

Drain off the soaking liquid and discard it.

Step 7
~6 min

Place all the remaining ingredients (soaked peppers, minced garlic, sea salt, and white vinegar) in a sturdy blender or food processor.

Step 8
~6 min

Gradually increase the blender speed to the highest setting to liquefy the mixture.

Step 9
~6 min

Use a fine strainer set over a bowl to remove the solids, pressing to extract maximum liquid.

Step 10
~6 min

Funnel the strained hot sauce into a bottle.

Step 11
~6 min

Cork or seal the bottle tightly.

Step 12
~6 min

Place on your dining table for use.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of bird peppers to control the heat level.

For a smoother sauce, strain multiple times or use a food mill.

Store in a cool, dark place for optimal shelf life.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a week in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
May be challenging for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tacos, burritos, or eggs.

Add to soups or stews.

Use as a marinade for meats.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tacos
Burritos
Grilled Meats
Eggs

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Important element in Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Taco Tuesday
BBQ

Popularity Score

75/100

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