Fiery Moonshine Garlic Bliss
Ignite your taste buds with this bold and flavorful Fiery Moonshine Garlic Bliss hot sauce. Combining the robust flavors of roasted garlic, vibrant habanero, and zesty jalapeño peppers, this sauce delivers a perfect balance of heat and depth. Infused with the unique character of corn whiskey, this crafted sauce is enhanced by the natural sweetness of pureed baby carrots, making it not only fiery but also a touch sweet. Ideal for spicing up your favorite dishes, this homemade hot sauce is guaranteed to add a kick to everything from tacos to grilled meats. After a week of mellowing in the refrigerator, the flavors harmonize into a deliciously complex blend that will have everyone reaching for more!
16
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Garlic Bulbs
5 (Roasted)
Habanero Peppers
4-5 (Stems removed)
Jalapeno Peppers
10-12 (Stems removed)
Pureed Baby Carrots
1 cup (Pureed)
Corn Whiskey (Moonshine)
1/2 cup (None)
White Vinegar
To cover (None)
Olive Oil
For drizzling (None)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Drizzle each garlic bulb with olive oil, wrapping them individually in aluminum foil. Roast in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, until golden and soft.
3
Allow the roasted garlic to cool slightly until it's safe to handle. Carefully break apart the garlic bulbs and squeeze the individual cloves into a small food processor.
4
Pour the moonshine into the food processor with the roasted garlic cloves and blend until smooth. Scrape the mixture into a large mixing bowl.
5
Prepare the peppers: If desired, remove the seeds from the habanero and jalapeño peppers (for less heat), but feel free to leave them in for an extra kick. Add the whole peppers (minus the stems) to the food processor.
6
Puree the habanero peppers first, then add to the garlic mixture in the bowl. Follow with the jalapeño peppers, pureeing and adding them to the bowl as well.
7
Next, measure out 1 cup of baby carrots, puree them, and mix into the garlic-pepper blend.
8
Stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
9
Depending on your desired consistency, spoon the mixture into 1 or 2 clean, sterilized mason jars. Cover the top of the mixture with white vinegar.
10
Allow your hot sauce to sit in the refrigerator for at least one week. This resting time will meld the flavors together, creating a well-rounded sauce with a delightful kick.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fiery Moonshine Garlic Bliss?
Fiery Moonshine Garlic Bliss is a bold and flavorful homemade hot sauce that combines roasted garlic, habanero, and jalapeo peppers with the unique character of corn whiskey.
What are the main ingredients in this hot sauce?
The sauce contains roasted garlic bulbs, habanero peppers, jalapeo peppers, pureed baby carrots, corn whiskey (moonshine), white vinegar, and olive oil.
How many garlic bulbs are needed for this recipe?
This recipe requires 5 garlic bulbs.
How is the garlic prepared?
The garlic bulbs are drizzled with olive oil, wrapped in aluminum foil, and roasted in the oven until soft and golden.
At what temperature should the garlic be roasted?
The oven should be preheated to 350F (175C).
How long does the garlic take to roast?
The garlic bulbs should roast for 45-50 minutes.
What kind of peppers are used in Fiery Moonshine Garlic Bliss?
The recipe calls for 4-5 habanero peppers and 10-12 jalapeo peppers.
Can I adjust the heat level of the sauce?
Yes, you can remove the seeds from the peppers for less heat, or leave them in for an extra fiery kick.
What role do baby carrots play in the recipe?
Pureed baby carrots provide a natural sweetness that balances the heat and adds depth to the sauce.
How much moonshine is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of corn whiskey, also known as moonshine.
How do I combine the garlic and moonshine?
Once roasted and cooled, the garlic cloves are squeezed into a food processor and blended with the moonshine until smooth.
How should the peppers be processed?
The stems should be removed, and then the peppers should be pureed in a food processor before being added to the garlic mixture.
What is the purpose of the white vinegar?
White vinegar is poured over the top of the mixture in the jars to cover it, helping to preserve the sauce and add acidity.
How long must the sauce rest before it is ready?
The hot sauce should sit in the refrigerator for at least one week to allow the flavors to harmonize and mellow.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 16 servings.
What kind of container should I use for storage?
The sauce should be spooned into clean, sterilized mason jars.
What dishes pair well with this hot sauce?
It is excellent for spicing up tacos, grilled meats, and other favorite dishes.
Do I need to puree the carrots separately?
Yes, you should measure 1 cup of baby carrots, puree them, and then mix them into the garlic-pepper blend.
Is the olive oil used in the final sauce?
Olive oil is used during the roasting process for the garlic rather than being a primary liquid base in the finished sauce.
What is the first step in making this sauce?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 350F (175C).
How do I handle the roasted garlic after it comes out of the oven?
Allow it to cool slightly, then break the bulbs apart and squeeze the individual cloves into a food processor.
Which pepper should be pureed first?
The instructions suggest pureeing the habanero peppers first, followed by the jalapeo peppers.
Is this recipe categorized as a condiment?
Yes, it is categorized under Sauces and tagged as a condiment.
How much carrot puree is required?
You will need 1 cup of pureed baby carrots.
Does the moonshine make the sauce alcoholic?
The sauce contains 1/2 cup of moonshine which remains in the mixture, contributing to its unique character.
Why should the jars be sterilized?
Sterilizing jars is a standard safety practice for homemade sauces to ensure cleanliness and longevity.
Can I leave the habanero seeds in?
Yes, leaving the seeds in will result in a much spicier sauce.
How do I know when the garlic is done?
The garlic is finished when it is golden in color and soft to the touch.
What is the texture of the finished sauce?
The sauce is a thick, pureed blend of vegetables, garlic, and liquid, which can be adjusted with vinegar.
Where should the sauce be stored during the mellowing period?
The sauce must be stored in the refrigerator while it sits for the week.