The Grim Reaper - A Cholula Inspired Hot Sauce

The Grim Reaper

The Grim Reaper delivers the fiery depths of the underworld with a unique twist: smoky chipotles dance with the searing intensity of Arbol chilis, all balanced by a tangy base, creating a Cholula-inspired hot sauce for those who crave the heat. Tread carefully, this sauce isn't for the faint of heart, but if you dare, it'll reward you with complex flavors and unforgettable spice.

Ingredients:

• Fiery Fusion:
  • 5 Arbol chilis, stemmed and de-seeded
  • 2 Chipotle peppers, stemmed and de-seeded
  • 1/2 cup water

• Tangy Base:
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup (1 lime worth) lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Spice Blend
  • 2 Cloves Garlic
  • Salt to taste

Instructions:

• Heat: Combine all ingredients except for the lime juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat and cook for 5-10 minutes, until peppers are softened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

• Blend the Inferno: Carefully pour the pepper mixture into a blender. Add the lime juice, blend until smooth.

1. Taste the Smolder: Be brave and carefully taste the sauce. Add more vinegar if you like a tangy sauce.

1. Bottle the Blaze: Pour into sterilized bottles and seal tightly. Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.

Tips:

• Heat Control: While Arbol chilis are small, but deceivingly hot. This recipe still packs a punch, so start with fewer Arbol chilis and gradually increase based on your tolerance.

• Flavor Twists: Add a touch of honey or agave nectar for sweetness, or cumin for an earthy twist.

• Storage: The Grim Reaper will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

• Use with Caution: This sauce is hot, use it sparingly and add it drop by drop to your food. A little goes a long way!

Remember, with great heat comes great responsibility. Unleash the Infernal Smolder at your own risk, and savor the smoky, fiery journey!