The Ultimate Chili Sauce Recipe 🌶️🍅
Recipe Overview:
- Name: The Chili Sauce Recipe
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Prep Time: 9 hours
- Total Time: 12 hours
- Description: This recipe, straight from the pages of “From Our Mothers’ Kitchens” by Anita Stewart, is hailed as the ultimate chili sauce, perfected over generations by Stewart and her mother. Though I haven’t had the pleasure of trying it yet, its reputation precedes it, promising a burst of flavor that’s perfect for late summer gatherings. The prep time encompasses the crucial step of allowing the tomato and onion mixture to stand, ensuring maximum flavor infusion.
- Recipe Category: Sauces
- Keywords: Onions, Peppers, Vegetable, Vegan, Kosher, Thanksgiving, Canning, Stove Top
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (based on 1 review)
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 374.3
- Fat Content: 0.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 4785.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 92g
- Fiber Content: 5.8g
- Sugar Content: 83.4g
- Protein Content: 4g
Ingredients:
- 6 large tomatoes
- 3 onions
- 1/2 cup pickling salt
- 3 stalks celery
- 2 red bell peppers
- 1/3 cup red pepper flakes
- 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Peel and slice tomatoes into a very large bowl. Add onions and pickling salt, then gently stir to combine. |
| 2 | Cover the bowl and allow the mixture to stand for a minimum of 8 hours, preferably overnight, to develop flavors. |
| 3 | After standing, drain the tomato and onion mixture thoroughly, then transfer it to a large, heavy saucepan with a lid. |
| 4 | Stir in celery, red peppers, red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar. Cover the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. |
| 5 | Once boiling, uncover the saucepan and reduce the heat to low. Simmer the mixture until thickened, stirring often to prevent sticking. This process typically takes at least two hours. |
| 6 | Add brown sugar to the mixture and stir well. Taste for sweetness, adjusting the amount of brown sugar if necessary, especially if the tomatoes are very tart or acidic. |
| 7 | Continue simmering the mixture until it thickens again, approximately 25 minutes. |
| 8 | Remove the spice bundle, wrapped in cheesecloth, from the mixture and discard it. |
| 9 | Ladle the chili sauce into hot sterilized 2-cup jars, leaving 1/2-inch headspace. Seal the jars securely. |
| 10 | Process the sealed jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure proper preservation. |
| 11 | Allow the jars to cool at room temperature before refrigerating or storing them in a cool, dark place for up to one year. |
This chili sauce recipe promises to elevate your culinary creations with its vibrant flavors and rich history. Whether you’re planning a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering, this homemade chili sauce is sure to impress. Enjoy the process of creating this kitchen masterpiece, and savor the delightful taste of tradition with every spoonful! 🥣✨
