Spicy Homemade Hot Pepper Paste
Elevate your culinary creations with this vibrant and flavorful Spicy Homemade Hot Pepper Paste. Inspired by the beloved Sambal Oelek, this versatile condiment features a brilliant blend of sweet red bell pepper and fiery long hot red peppers, enriched with pungent garlic and a touch of vinegar. It effortlessly enhances Asian dishes, Mexican cuisine, and serves as an irresistible spicy dip. Combine it with yogurt for an addictive topping or use it to kick up the flavor in sandwiches and burgers. Enjoy a burst of heat and flavor that’s easy to whip up at home and perfect for your favorite meals!
1
Servings
N/A
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
red bell pepper
1 (seeded and diced)
long hot red pepper
4 (unseeded and sliced)
garlic cloves
2 (peeled)
white vinegar
1/2 cup
sugar
1 tablespoon
salt
to taste
Instructions
1
In a food processor, combine the diced red bell pepper, sliced long hot red pepper, peeled garlic cloves, white vinegar, and sugar.
2
Pulse the mixture until it forms a slightly chunky paste.
3
Transfer the paste to a small saucepan and bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat.
4
Once boiling, reduce the heat and allow it to simmer slowly for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Taste the paste and add salt as needed to enhance the flavor.
6
Remove from heat and allow the paste to cool slightly before transferring it to a clean jar.
7
Store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to one month.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spicy Homemade Hot Pepper Paste?
It is a vibrant and flavorful condiment inspired by Sambal Oelek, featuring a blend of sweet red bell peppers, fiery long hot red peppers, garlic, and vinegar.
What are the main ingredients for this pepper paste?
The ingredients include 1 red bell pepper, 4 long hot red peppers, 2 garlic cloves, 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, and salt to taste.
How do I prepare the peppers?
The red bell pepper should be seeded and diced, while the long hot red peppers should be unseeded and sliced.
What appliance do I need to make the paste?
A food processor is used to pulse the ingredients into a slightly chunky paste.
How long should the mixture simmer?
After bringing it to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer slowly for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
How long can I store the hot pepper paste?
The paste can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one month.
What is the best way to store the finished paste?
Allow the paste to cool slightly and then transfer it to a clean jar for refrigeration.
Is this recipe similar to Sambal Oelek?
Yes, this versatile condiment is inspired by the beloved flavors of Sambal Oelek.
Can I use this paste in Asian dishes?
Absolutely, it is designed to effortlessly enhance Asian dishes as well as Mexican cuisine.
How can I use this paste with yogurt?
You can combine the paste with yogurt to create an addictive topping or dip.
Is this paste suitable for sandwiches?
Yes, it is a great way to kick up the flavor in sandwiches and burgers.
When should I add the salt?
Taste the paste after simmering and add salt as needed to enhance the flavor.
Do I need to seed the long hot red peppers?
No, the recipe specifies using the long hot red peppers unseeded.
How many garlic cloves are required?
The recipe calls for 2 peeled garlic cloves.
What type of vinegar should I use?
The recipe calls specifically for 1/2 cup of white vinegar.
Does the paste have a smooth or chunky texture?
The texture should be a slightly chunky paste.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
One tablespoon of sugar is used in the mixture.
What is the heat level of this paste?
With four unseeded long hot red peppers, this paste offers a fiery and spicy flavor profile.
Can I use this as a dip on its own?
Yes, it serves as an irresistible spicy dip.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it is described as an easy recipe to whip up at home.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized under Peppers.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The recipe is listed for 1 serving (as a batch of condiment).
What is the first step of the instructions?
Combine the diced red bell pepper, sliced long hot red pepper, peeled garlic, vinegar, and sugar in a food processor.
Do I need to peel the garlic?
Yes, the garlic cloves should be peeled before being added to the food processor.
What heat setting should I use for boiling?
Bring the paste to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Can I use this for Mexican cuisine?
Yes, it is specifically mentioned as a great addition to Mexican cuisine.
What makes the paste vibrant?
The combination of sweet red bell pepper and fiery long hot red peppers gives it a brilliant color.
Is there any oil in this recipe?
No, this recipe relies on vinegar and the natural juices of the peppers rather than oil.
Can I adjust the salt levels?
Yes, the recipe suggests adding salt to taste at the end of the cooking process.
How long does it take for the paste to cool?
The instructions recommend allowing it to cool slightly before transferring to a jar, which usually takes a few minutes.