Fresno Chile Hot Sauce

At first glance these eye-catching chile peppers look like red jalapeno. However, they have a different flavor and are less meaty than Jalapeno. Red Fresnos are great roasted and added to salsas. Try grilling them alongside your steaks or in kabobs. When roasting these they should char, blister, and become soft. Try substituting these in your favorite chile recipes.

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Makes 1 cup

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound stemmed Fresno chiles
  • 6 peeled garlic cloves
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • salt

Preparation

Cook 1/2 pound stemmed Fresno chiles (8–10) and 6 peeled garlic cloves in a large saucepan of boiling salted water until chiles turn bright red, about 2 minutes; drain. Blend chiles, garlic, and 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar in a blender until almost smooth; season with salt. Let cool.

Do ahead: Hot sauce can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.

 

From epicurious.com