Who Likes Hot Sauce?

[Troop_lee]

I am not a huge fan of "HOT" hot sauces. We have a Mexican style restaurant down from my place that has a hot sauce bar. Its really neat. So I was just wondering who like hot sauces and how "HOT" do you like them?

[JCK]

I like hot sauces with good flavor. The purely hot, just hot doesn't do much for me, but if it's hot and has zing to it.. I'm all about it, don't care how hot it is.

[newmanium79]

Originally Posted by khubli

I like hot sauces with good flavor. The purely hot, just hot doesn't do much for me, but if it's hot and has zing to it.. I'm all about it, don't care how hot it is.

I agree. I love hot sauces, and put them on practically everything. However, there's the "edge" where it's just too damn hot for man (i.e Dave's Insanity sauce). A buddy of mine gave me a "dab" on a toothpick and let me tell you it was INSANE!! A horrible trick to play on a friend! (you know who you are)

My mouth was on fire for about 15 mins. after that. I like hot sauces with good flavor and a nice even heat to it.

[Bob]

Habanero is ok...Chilies ok...jalapeno is ok....Some Thai is really interesting...Chinese is neat and ...Lousiana sauce...Anything bold, spicy and hot works here. Grandma started me on peppers as a kid. Wasabi now that took me for a ride!!

[SeanGAR]

I draw the line at 100,000 Scoville heat units but prefer ones that are calmer than that. My hottest is 1 million SHU ... which I basically can't use LOL. I have maybe 20 commercial sauces in the fridge and make my own with habaneros. YUM.

[replicant_argent]

everything from the mildest to "Da Bomb" used in the appropriate dishes and amounts. The flavors in hot sauces can vary so much that I try to keep at least 6 or 7 on hand for the flavor I require.

[Cheeto]

I swear, this stuff goes well with just about everything.

[replicant_argent]

Originally Posted by Cheeto

I swear, this stuff goes well with just about everything.

A perennial favorite, goes well with darn near anything. They also make a garlic and chili version.

[nozero]

I'm not much for fire hot but enjoy the more mild sauces. Lately I've been going through a bottle of Schlotzsky's hot sauce every two weeks. I tried it on my favorite sandwich there, the Turkey Bacon Club and have been hooked ever since. Before it, I was using Tobasco and Cholula.

I also make my own when I have the time. Be sure to wear protective gloves and keep your hands away from your eyes and other important personal parts if you try to make this.

Chop/Blend

[SIZE=2]O-? Habenero peppers (I like 2-4)[/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]6-8 Anaheim peppers[/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]4-6 Jalapeno peppers[/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]1 small or half a large purple onion[/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]1 6-32oz tomato juice (I prefer Walnut Acres Organic Incredible Vegetable because it's vegan or V[/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]20 shakes Garlic salt[/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]20 shakes ground cumin[/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]2 tablespoons beet sugar (vegan).[/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]I slit then remove all bad parts and seeds from all the peppers, then chop them up, slice/dice the onion befoe adding it to the blender with the other ingredients. Then blend to suit your taste.[/SIZE]

The vegan part was done for my son, who is no longer vegan. Wow, this makes me want some now!

[Mark C]

I like 'em hot, but flavorful. I'm especially fond of the caribbean style hot sauces that have a bit of sweetness mixed in, or a good spicy jerk sauce.

[BigFrankMD]

Originally Posted by Cheeto

I swear, this stuff goes well with just about everything.

Love that stuff, can never find it in my local stores though. Only place that has it is the local sushi bar, and they wont sell me any. Had to buy some last time I went outta state.

Sometimes I mix a little honey or bbq with my hot sauce.

[The Korean]

Yep, that stuff is awesome. I mix it with all types of other sauces and dressing and haven't made one that it didn't make taste better.

[adsantos13]

LOVE hot sauce and spicy food in general. I agree that in a preference for sauces with a nice flavor to go along with the heat, but on the other hand I also like a plain "just" spicy sauce when I am eating something which is flavorful on its own (if that makes sense).

My favorite sauces are Grace's Jamaican Extra Hot and Sriracha ("Rooster") sauce. Aside from those I really like Cholula, Yucateco, Tapatio, and piri-piri. The list goes on and on...

Another favorite spicy foodstuff is the habanero stuffed jumbo green olives. Those things have a great kick to 'em!

[Danh78]

Originally Posted by BigFrankMD

Love that stuff, can never find it in my local stores though. Only place that has it is the local sushi bar, and they wont sell me any. Had to buy some last time I went outta state.

Sometimes I mix a little honey or bbq with my hot sauce.

Try Lotte Plaza in Ellicott city on route 40. Or there's another asian market on 40 as well, where it intersects with Rolling Road..has a BoA at the end of the shopping center.

[jdbwolverines]

Originally Posted by SeanGAR

My hottest is 1 million SHU ...

What couldn't get your hands on pure Capsaicin?