Taco Bell Fire Border Sauce

For years, Taco Bell customers had only a mild or hot taco sauce. This recipe is for true hot sauce freaks.

Taco Bell’s Fire Border Sauce is a fiery and flavorful condiment that adds a spicy kick to your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes. With its bold combination of ingredients like tomato paste, jalapeños, and spices, this sauce is perfect for those who enjoy a little extra heat in their meals.

The sauce is easy to make and can be prepared in just a few simple steps. By combining tomato paste, water, vinegar, minced jalapeño slices, chili powder, minced onion, salt, cornstarch, cayenne pepper, sugar, onion powder, and garlic powder in a saucepan, you create a zesty and robust sauce that packs a punch.

Once the sauce is cooked and has cooled down, it can be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, allowing you to enjoy its fiery flavor whenever you desire. Whether you drizzle it over tacos, burritos, or use it as a dipping sauce for nachos, the Fire Border Sauce adds an extra layer of spiciness and excitement to your meals.

With Taco Bell’s Fire Border Sauce, you can bring the authentic Taco Bell flavor into your own home and enjoy a fiery taste sensation that elevates your Mexican-inspired dishes to the next level.

YIELDS: 3 CUPS

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
• 3 cups water
• 3 tablespoons vinegar
• 3 tablespoons minced canned jalapeño slices
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon minced onion
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• Dash garlic powder

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the tomato paste and water. Whisk until smooth.
2. Add the vinegar, minced jalapeño slices, chili powder, minced onion, salt, cornstarch, cayenne pepper, sugar, onion powder, and garlic powder to the saucepan. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined.
3. Heat the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Stir the sauce frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
4. Once the sauce reaches a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 3 minutes, continuing to stir occasionally.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool.
6. Once cooled, transfer the sauce to a sealed container and refrigerate. The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

CAN BE USED AS:

• Taco Toppings: Add a fiery kick to your tacos by drizzling the Fire Border Sauce on top of your favorite fillings, such as seasoned ground beef, shredded lettuce, cheese, and diced tomatoes.
• Burrito Sauce: Spread the Fire Border Sauce on the inside of your burrito tortilla before filling it with ingredients like rice, beans, meat, and cheese. It adds a spicy element to each bite.
• Nacho Dip: Use the Fire Border Sauce as a dipping sauce for tortilla chips. Its bold and spicy flavor pairs well with the cheesy goodness of nachos.
• Quesadilla Spread: Spread the Fire Border Sauce on one side of a tortilla before assembling your quesadilla. It adds a spicy kick and helps bind the filling together.
• Burger or Sandwich Condiment: If you’re looking to add a spicy twist to your burgers or sandwiches, spread a dollop of Fire Border Sauce on the bread or bun for an extra kick of flavor.
• Marinade: Use the Fire Border Sauce as a marinade for meats like chicken, beef, or pork. Let the meat marinate for a few hours or overnight to infuse it with the sauce’s spicy and tangy flavors before grilling or baking.