15 pepper sauce recipes

Roasted red pepper sauce with charred peppers, sweet roasted garlic and fresh basil. Three-ingredient pantry sauce that elevates pasta, pizza, sandwiches and grilled meats.

Red devil pepper sauce blends Scotch bonnet chiles with allspice, onion, vinegar, and Pickapeppa for a fiery Caribbean-style hot sauce that keeps for months. A few drops go a long way.

Brazilian pepper and lemon sauce (molho de pimenta) with fresh lemon juice, chopped jalapenos, onion, and crushed garlic. A sharp, fiery condiment traditionally served alongside feijoada.

Red pepper garlic sauce made from fresh-juiced bell peppers and garlic, thickened with arrowroot and finished with red wine. A vibrant, naturally sweet sauce for grilled meats and fish.

Homemade pepper vodka infused with hot chili peppers for at least a week, plus a creamy vodka pasta sauce recipe with tomatoes, butter, cream, and Parmesan.

Roasted red pepper sauce blends sweet roasted peppers with fresh basil, parsley, and garlic into a smooth, no-cook pasta sauce. Bright, light, and ready in about five minutes, with no cream or stovetop required.

Roasted red peppers blended with sour cream and a touch of heat create a vibrant Mexican sauce perfect for tacos, enchiladas, grilled meats, or veggie bowls.

Tender asparagus spears served on a smoky roasted red pepper puree with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and fresh thyme. A vibrant, diabetic-friendly vegetable side dish.

Grilled tuna steaks with a pureed yellow pepper sauce, served alongside grilled zucchini, red onion, and potatoes splashed with balsamic vinegar. A colorful, restaurant-quality seafood dinner.

Pork tenderloin medallions pounded thin, seared golden, and finished in a bright pan sauce of shallots, black pepper, white wine, and fresh orange juice. A 40 minute bistro-style dinner.

Blended red pepper pasta sauce made with sweet bell peppers, onions, garlic, and fresh basil. Oil-free, vegan, and ready in 45 minutes with vibrant color and flavor.

Red pepper and lentil pasta sauce braised in red wine with garlic, onion, and basil, then pureed silky smooth. A hearty vegan sauce packed with plant protein and bold flavor.

Skewered lamb grilled on bamboo skewers with a silky roasted red pepper and tomato dipping sauce brightened with fresh coriander. Served over aromatic rice for a weeknight-friendly twist on kebabs.

Middle Eastern braised ox ribs in pepper sauce with sumac, mace, and marjoram, slow-cooked with sweet red peppers and onions. Serve over rice or potatoes.

Grilled chicken breasts served over smoky eggplant with a silky roasted red pepper and red wine vinegar sauce. A fresh, Mediterranean-inspired dinner ready in just 30 minutes.