Craving a kick of fresh, spicy flavor without the additives of store-bought hot sauce? This Instant Pot Jalapeño Hot Sauce is your answer! In just 25 minutes, you can transform a handful of simple ingredients into a vibrant, zesty sauce that’s perfect for drizzling on tacos, eggs, or grilled meats. The Instant Pot does all the hard work, melding the flavors of fiery jalapeños, crisp bell pepper, and tangy apple cider vinegar into a perfectly balanced condiment. Get ready to meet your new favorite way to add a little heat to everything!
Ingredients
• 1 cup / 150g green jalapeno peppers, finely chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped and seeds removed
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• ½ cup / 120ml apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp stevia powder
• ¼ cup / 60ml water
Instructions
1. Directions
2. Combine : Place the chopped jalapeños, bell pepper, crushed garlic, apple cider vinegar, salt, stevia, and water into the inner pot of your Instant Pot.
3. Pressure Cook: Secure the lid and set the steam release handle to the ‘Sealing’ position. Press the ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ mode and set the timer for 12 minutes.
4. Release Pressure: When the cooking cycle is complete, carefully perform a quick release by moving the steam release handle to the ‘Venting’ position.
5. Blend to Smooth: Once the pressure is fully released, open the lid. Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes before transferring it to a food processor or high-speed blender.
6. Serve: Process until the sauce is completely smooth. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutritional Information
• Per Serving (Serves 5)
• Calories: 21
• Total Fats: 0.2g
• Net Carbs: 2.8g
• Protein: 0.6g
• Fiber: 0.9g
Pro Tips
• For a milder sauce, remove the seeds and white membranes from the jalapeño peppers before chopping.
• For a brighter, herb-infused flavor, add a handful of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice to the food processor before blending.
• If the sauce is too thick after blending, add a tablespoon of water at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
• Store the finished hot sauce in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
FAQ
Q: How can I make this jalapeño hot sauce less spicy
A: For a milder sauce, make sure to remove all the seeds and the white membranes from inside the jalapeño peppers before chopping them. This is where most of the intense heat is concentrated.
Q: How long does homemade Instant Pot hot sauce last
A: When stored properly in a sealed glass jar or an airtight container in the refrigerator, this homemade hot sauce will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks.
Q: What can I use this jalapeño hot sauce on
A: This versatile hot sauce is perfect for adding a zesty kick to a wide variety of foods. Try drizzling it on tacos, eggs, grilled meats, salads, or mixing it into dips.
Q: My hot sauce is too thick what should I do
A: If your sauce is thicker than you’d like after blending, simply add a tablespoon of water at a time and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.
