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Pickle Hot Sauce Recipe

This Pickle Hot Sauce Recipe is SO EASY! Tangy dill pickles meet spicy cayenne in a vibrant sauce perfect for sandwiches, wings, and more.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dill pickles chopped
  • 1/2 cup white distilled vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pickles

  • Start by chopping the dill pickles into small pieces. This makes it easier to blend them into a smooth sauce later on. Using crunchy pickles ensures your sauce has a great texture and fresh flavor.

Step 2: Combine Ingredients

  • In a medium mixing bowl, add the chopped pickles, white distilled vinegar, water, and sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar completely. The vinegar and sugar will balance the tang and sweetness in your sauce.

Step 3: Add Spices

  • Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly so that all the spices are evenly distributed. You can adjust the cayenne pepper at this stage depending on how spicy you want your sauce.

Step 4: Blend Until Smooth

  • Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor. Blend on high speed until the sauce is smooth and well combined. If you prefer a chunkier texture, pulse the blender a few times instead of blending continuously.

Step 5: Taste and Adjust

  • Give your sauce a taste. If it’s too tangy, add a little more sugar. If you want more heat, add extra cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce. Blend again if you add anything.

Step 6: Store and Serve

  • Pour the Pickle Hot Sauce into a clean jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid. Let it chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. This sauce keeps well and gets better with time.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Jar or Bottle

Notes

  • Use fresh, crunchy pickles: Avoid soggy pickles for the best texture and flavor.
  • Adjust heat gradually: Start with less cayenne pepper and add more to suit your spice preference.
  • Store properly: Keep sauce refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two weeks, stirring before use.