Pique (Puerto Rican Style Hot Sauce)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 10
How to make Pique (Puerto Rican Style Hot Sauce)
in Sauce/Condiment

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup cider vinegar ( I like Bragg� s Raw Apple Cider Vinegar-you can try other vinegars too )
12 long hot peppers ( You can use any combination of jalapeno , arbol , scotch bonnet , habanero , cayenne , etc� )
4 -6 garlic cloves , peeled and cut in half lengthwise
12 black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt ( or other non-iodized )
1/2 a bay leaf
3 stems fresh cilantro ( or fresh oregano )
1 -2 squeezes lime juice
toasted cumin seed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
Approximately 1 cup
Calories
5
Sugar
0g
Fat
0g
Pique is a Puerto Rican-style hot sauce that is made from hot peppers, vinegar, garlic, and other spices. It is commonly served with a variety of foods in Puerto Rican cuisine and has gained popularity in other parts of the world as well. This recipe uses long hot peppers, but you can use any combination of peppers you prefer to adjust the level of heat to your liking. The addition of toasted cumin seeds and fresh cilantro or oregano adds extra flavor depth to the sauce.

Instructions

1.In a skillet over medium heat, toast cumin seeds until fragrant. Remove from heat and crush using a mortar and pestle.
2.In a separate skillet, add peppers, garlic, black peppercorns, kosher salt, bay leaf, cilantro/oregano stems, and the crushed cumin seeds. Toast and stir for a few minutes.
3.Add vinegar and lime juice to the skillet, stir and cook for another 5 minutes.
4.Remove the bay leaf and cilantro/oregano stems.
5.Puree the mixture in a blender or food processor until smooth. Adjust the salt and lime juice as needed.
6.Pour into an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 4 weeks.

PROS

Pique is a versatile condiment that can be served on top of meats, vegetables, and even rice dishes for an added kick of flavor.

It is a quick and easy recipe to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for a few weeks.

CONS

This hot sauce is quite spicy, so it may not be suitable for everyone.

It also contains a high amount of vinegar, which may be too acidic for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Hot peppers have been linked to a variety of health benefits, including pain relief, improved digestion, and reduced inflammation.
Vinegar has also been shown to have weight loss and blood sugar regulation benefits.

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