Holly Johnson
@holjoh
Puerto Rican Pique Hot Sauce
A vibrant and spicy Puerto Rican hot sauce that brings a burst of flavor to any dish. Made with fresh peppers, garlic, and a hint of sweetness, this sauce is perfect for those who love a kick in their meals.
Details
- Cuisine:caribbean
- Diet:vegan
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:party
- Ingredients:17
- Views:3
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time3 min.
- Total time23 min.
- Servings16
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons
- 1, roughly chopped, divided
- 20, halved
- 5, halved
- 8 cloves, chopped
- 1 cup
- 6 tablespoons
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 8 sprigs, chopped
- 2 sprigs
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Puerto Rican Pique Hot Sauce.
Step 1
Start by heating the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, toss in a quarter of the chopped onion along with the halved habanero and aji dulce peppers, and the chopped garlic. Sauté this vibrant mixture for about three minutes, or until everything is tender and fragrant. After cooking, let it cool for at least five minutes to allow the flavors to settle.
Step 2
Next, transfer the cooled pepper mixture into a blender. Add in the pineapple juice, lime juice, tequila, and white vinegar for a tangy kick. Then, sprinkle in the chopped cilantro and culantro, followed by the white sugar, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, cacao powder, and ground cumin. Blend everything together until you achieve a smooth and luscious sauce.
Step 3
Once blended, pour your homemade hot sauce into a clean glass bottle with a lid. For the best flavor, let it sit for at least one week. This resting period allows the ingredients to meld beautifully, creating a sauce that’s bursting with flavor. After a week, your Pique hot sauce will be ready to elevate your meals!