But what if you can’t find these traditional Hungarian peppers? Don’t worry! An excellent alternative that you can easily find in the US is the Sweet Hungarian or Sweet Banana pepper. These elongated peppers share similarities with their Hungarian counterparts and have a mild, slightly sweet flavor. You can usually find them at local grocery stores or farmers’ markets, making them a convenient choice for homemade “Hungarian” paprika.
Once made, chili sauce can be used as a condiment or seasoning for various dishes such as chicken, fish, beef, pork, lamb, vegetables, soups, stews, and sauces. It can also be used as a marinade for meats or vegetables. Chili sauce is also a popular ingredient in Bloody Marys and other cocktails.
Next, add the last ¾ cups of oil to the saucepan to heat through. Too much oil early on in the process makes it more difficult to evenly fry the garlic and chilies, which is why we started with only 1/2 cup.