Irresistible Creamy Jalapeno Sauce Recipe
This irresistible creamy jalapeño sauce combines boiled jalapeños, red onion, and garlic blended with neutral oil and seasoned with salt to create a smooth, flavorful condiment. Perfect for adding a spicy, creamy kick to your meals, this versatile sauce can be served fresh or chilled to deepen the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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For the pepper blend:
- 8 fresh jalapeños (about 12 oz)
- 1 small red onion, chopped (about 4 oz)
- 4 to 5 garlic cloves
For the mixture:
- 1/2 cup neutral oil (such as avocado, corn, or vegetable oil)
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the jalapeños and onion: Slice the stems off the jalapeño peppers and place them in a medium-sized pot. Add the chopped red onion to the pot as well. Pour enough water over the vegetables to fully cover them.
- Cook the vegetables: Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until the jalapeños soften and turn a dull green color. The peppers should be easily pierced with a fork but not mushy.
- Strain and reserve liquid: Drain the jalapeños and onion, reserving some of the cooking liquid to adjust sauce consistency later. Set the vegetables aside to cool slightly for blending.
- Blend the sauce: Transfer the boiled jalapeños and onion to a food processor. Add the garlic cloves, neutral oil, and salt. Blend for 4–5 minutes until the mixture becomes very smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved cooking liquid a tablespoon at a time to reach your preferred consistency.
- Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste the sauce and adjust salt if needed. Pour the sauce into a serving bowl or jar. It can be served immediately or refrigerated to allow flavors to meld, which enhances the taste.
Notes
- Use neutral oil to avoid overpowering the jalapeño’s flavor.
- Reserve some boiling liquid to thin the sauce without diluting flavor.
- Adjust the salt according to your taste preferences.
- For milder heat, remove the seeds from the jalapeños before boiling.
- Allow the sauce to chill for a few hours for better flavor integration.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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