Fermented Aji-Garlic Hot Sauce Recipe
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Fermented Aji-Garlic Hot Sauce Recipe
Description
The Fermented Aji-Garlic Hot Sauce recipe uses one pound of fermented aji peppers combined with fresh garlic cloves, lime juice, and white wine vinegar. The ingredients are simmered briefly to meld flavors and mellow raw garlic sharpness before being pureed to a smooth consistency. The sauce is then strained through a fine mesh sieve to remove pulp, resulting in a bright and tangy hot sauce with medium heat intensity.
Using fermented peppers introduces complexity and a mild tang to the sauce beyond standard chili heat. The lime juice adds fresh acidity, balancing the smoky-heat characteristics of the aji peppers. The white wine vinegar contributes to preservation and a subtle acidity that enhances the overall flavor.
The strained pulp can be used separately for soups, stews, or seasoning after drying. This hot sauce is suitable for adding a touch of heat and acidity to various dishes.
The recipe produces roughly 6 ounces and notes that heat level can be adjusted by using hotter aji pepper varieties.
Ingredients
- 1 pound aji peppers fermented – I used Aji Habanero peppers (Learn How to Ferment Chili Peppers Here)
- 2 cloves garlic chopped, fresh
- lime juice from 1
- 1/3 cup white wine vinegar
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a small pot and bring to a quick boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cool a bit, then process it all in a food processor blender.
- Strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve and bottle it up. You can discard the pulp or use it for soups or stews, or dehydrate it for seasoning.
Notes
- This recipe makes about 6 ounces of hot sauce, suitable for multiple uses.
- The heat can be increased by selecting hotter aji peppers if preferred.
- Use the strained pulp in soups, stews, or dehydrate for seasoning to avoid waste.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 36Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 5 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 5kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 42mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 150IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 30.6mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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