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Homemade Chili Sauce
Carolina Gomez

Homemade Chili Sauce

Homemade Chili Sauce is a flavorful, tangy, and slightly spicy condiment made with tomatoes, peppers, vinegar, and spices—perfect for dipping, glazing, or cooking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Sauce / Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large ripe tomatoes chopped
  • 2 red bell peppers chopped
  • 3 –4 red chilies adjust to spice preference
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper optional for extra heat

Equipment

  • Large saucepan or pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife & cutting board
  • Blender or food processor
  • measuring cups/spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant and softened.
  3. Stir in chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, and chilies.
  4. Cook for 10 minutes until vegetables soften.
  5. Add vinegar, brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
  6. Simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Transfer mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
  8. Return to saucepan and simmer another 5 minutes to thicken.
  9. Let cool and store in sterilized jars.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per 2 tbsp, approx.):
• Calories: 30
• Protein: 0.5g
• Carbohydrates: 6g
• Fat: 1g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 120mg
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 4g