"Hot Spicy Sauce"
A bold and spicy tomato-based sauce with tender pork, perfect for hearty meals and flavor lovers who enjoy a kick of heat and aromatic spices.
Ingredients
- 2 cans tomato soup ⓘ
- 3 soup cans water ⓘ
- 1 large green pepper ⓘ
- 1 large onion
- 3 stalks celery ⓘ
- 6 slices pork meat (chops or butts or mixed) ⓘ
- 1 small can tomato paste
- 2 sticks oleo ⓘ
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce ⓘ
- 2 Tbsp parsley flakes ⓘ
- 4 bay leaves ⓘ
- 1 Tbsp whole cloves ⓘ
- 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon ⓘ
- 1 Tbsp ground nutmeg ⓘ
- 1 tsp ground allspice ⓘ
- 1 Tbsp crushed red pepper ⓘ
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper ⓘ
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 Tbsp sugar ⓘ
- salt and pepper to taste ⓘ
Instructions
- Clean and dice the green pepper, onion, and celery into medium-sized pieces.
- Melt 1 stick of oleo in a pan and sauté the green pepper, onion, and celery over low heat until tender.
- In a separate frying pan, put the 6 pork chops and bring to a boil, then turn over and continue boiling.
- Open the cans of tomato soup and tomato paste.
- Pour the tomato soup and tomato paste into a large container, add water, and stir well. When thickened, add more water if needed.
- Place the container on slow heat, checking on the sautéed vegetables.
- Remove the water from the pork chops, add 1 stick of oleo, melt, and fry slowly.
- Increase heat on the tomato mixture and sautéed vegetables, stirring to combine.
Tips & Substitutions
For an extra kick, consider adding more crushed red pepper or cayenne to suit your heat preference. If you don’t have oleo, unsalted butter can serve as a great substitute. You can also replace the pork with shredded chicken or beef for a different flavor profile. Fresh herbs like basil or oregano can enhance the sauce further.
Serving Suggestions
This hot spicy sauce pairs beautifully with American recipes like Marge'S Beans or over a bed of rice. Serve it alongside crusty bread or corn muffins for a hearty meal. It also works well as a topping for baked potatoes or as a dip for chips at your next cocktail party.
Storage & Reheating
Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days or frozen for up to three months. To reheat, gently warm it on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of water if it thickens too much.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of "Hot Spicy Sauce" contains roughly 444 calories, with 11g protein, 81g carbohydrates, and 18g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (112% of the Daily Value), vitamin A (102% of the Daily Value), and dietary fiber (101% of the Daily Value). It also contributes 28g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this sauce vegetarian?
Yes, you can easily make this sauce vegetarian by omitting the pork and using vegetable broth instead of water. You might want to add more vegetables or even beans for protein and texture, making it a hearty vegetarian dish.
How can I adjust the spice level?
To adjust the spice level, simply decrease the amount of crushed red pepper or cayenne pepper according to your taste. Alternatively, you can add more sugar to balance the heat or include dairy like sour cream to mellow it out.
Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of canned?
Absolutely! If using fresh tomatoes, you'll need about 4-5 cups, diced. Cook them down first to create a sauce-like consistency before adding the other ingredients. This can enhance the fresh flavor of your dish.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).