That's it, my friends. I hope you enjoy my homemade chili sauce recipe. So tasty! Let me know if you make it. I'd love to hear how it turned out for you. What's YOUR favorite way to use it? Curious!


Chili powder is a popular spice blend used in various cuisines to add heat, flavor, and color to dishes. The exact composition of chili powder can vary depending on regional preferences and individual recipes, but it typically includes a combination of ground chili peppers and other complementary spices. Here are the primary components commonly found in chili powder:
Heat Level: Hot
Hot or spicy paprika is, of course, hot and spicy. You may also see hot paprika referred to as Hungarian paprika. It’s not as hot as pure cayenne pepper, but it can definitely pack a punch, adding a spicy kick to almost any dish. Hungarian paprika comes in eight different varieties, each with varying degrees of heat and flavour, but the most common is édesnemes – known for its pungent, peppery flavour and sweetness.
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One of the most well-known brands of hot chili sauce is Huy Fong Foods' Sriracha sauce. Produced in California, this iconic sauce is loved for its bold flavor and versatility. Whether used as a dipping sauce for spring rolls, a topping for noodles, or a marinade for grilled meats, hot chili sauce can elevate the taste of any meal.
The term paprika can refer to both the whole dried peppers and the ground powder made from them. In some contexts, paprika may specifically refer to the whole dried peppers, while paprika powder refers to the ground spice. However, in most culinary discussions, the terms are used interchangeably to refer to the powdered spice.



Organic turmeric powder is made from the dried and ground roots of the turmeric plant, which is native to Southeast Asia. It is known for its vibrant yellow color, earthy flavor, and potent anti-inflammatory properties. This makes it a popular ingredient in cooking, traditional medicine, and beauty products.


Let's get into some history. Capsaicin was first extracted in 1816 by Christian Fridrich. Further work by John Clough Thresh led to its naming in 1876, but it wasn´t until 1898 that Karl Micko isolated the compound in pure crystalline form. A century later, in 1997, David Julius discovered and cloned the cellular receptor for capsaicin, and brought a new level of understanding on how capsaicin works. We´ll get more into this science in the second part of this blog.
Discover what sets chili powder, red pepper flakes and paprika apart; get insights into their culinary versatility and how they can be used to elevate your cooking and learn about common red pepper varieties used in your favorite spices.
Why We Love It: One of our best-sellers, this hot sauce provides a perfectly balanced flavor profile of spicy cayenne and habanero peppers with brown sugar, assorted spices, and a hearty dose of garlic that goes well with pizza, pasta, and other Italian-inspired dishes. But let’s be honest, what dish doesn’t taste better with a little extra garlic?
Tip: If you’d like to reduce the heat, slit them open and remove the seeds because the seeds have the most heat in them. Mince the chillies or put them in the food processor. However, don’t make it a very fine paste. Keep it chunky for texture.