Nick Tahou's Hot Sauce

Nick Tahou's Hot Sauce

This is a recipe for the famous Nick Tahou's hot sauce, a staple of Rochester, New York's culinary scene. It's a meaty, spicy sauce that's perfect for topping off a garbage plate or any other dish that needs a kick.

Ingredients

  • Black pepper - To taste
  • Salt - To taste
  • Water - 2 cups
  • Allspice - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Cinnamon - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Chili powder - 1 tablespoon
  • Cayenne pepper - 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Onion - 1, finely chopped
  • Ground beef - 1 pound

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the cayenne pepper, chili powder, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, and allspice to the pot and stir to combine.
  4. Add the water to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  6. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Serve the hot sauce over your favorite dish and enjoy.

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Sauce • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 120 minutes • Calories: 150 • Fat: 5g • Carbs: 10g • Protein: 10g • Sodium: 500mg • Sugar: 5g