Chili pepper water
TypeCondiment
Place of originUnited States
Region or stateHawaii
Main ingredientsRed chili peppers
Ingredients generally usedSalt, water

Chili pepper water is a condiment[1] that is very popular in Hawaii and in its most basic form is prepared from red chili peppers, salt, and water.

Chili pepper water is historically a homemade concoction used in household kitchens and restaurants. Traditionally the Hawaiian chili pepper (Hawaiian: nioi) is used, but others may be substituted.[2]

References

  1. ^ Chili pepper water: popular Hawaiian condiment. Accessed 2016-10-26.
  2. ^ "Chili pepper water a homemade specialty - The Honolulu Advertiser - Hawaii's Newspaper". Retrieved 13 September 2016.