This Homemade Bitchin Sauce Will Blow Your Mind (4 Servings, 10 Minutes!)

Key Takeaways:

• A creamy, almond-based sauce that tastes just like the original
• Quick 10-minute prep with simple ingredients
• Stays fresh for up to a week
• Perfect for dips, spreads, and dressings

Are you craving that amazing nutty, garlicky sauce but can’t find it at your store? Here’s your solution: a simple homemade Bitchin Sauce recipe that matches the original. This recipe serves 4 people and takes just 10 minutes to make.

Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Blend Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes

Equipment Needed

• High-speed blender
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Rubber spatula
• Storage container

Ingredients

Base:

• 1 cup raw almonds
• ⅓ cup water
• ¼ cup lemon juice
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon bragg’s amino acids (or soy sauce)
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Optional Add-ins:

• Fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro)
• Extra garlic
• Hot sauce

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preparation Phase (5 minutes)

1. Gather Your Equipment
   • Place your blender on a clean, flat surface
   • Plug it in and ensure it’s stable
   • Get all measuring cups and spoons ready
   • Have a rubber spatula nearby
2. Measure Your Ingredients
   • Use separate measuring cups for dry and wet ingredients
   • Place each ingredient in small bowls as you measure
   • For the almonds: fill a 1-cup measure without packing
   • For liquids: place measuring cup on flat surface and check at eye level
3. Prepare Fresh Ingredients
   • Peel 4 garlic cloves:
     • Press firmly with flat side of knife to loosen skin
     • Remove all papery skin
     • Cut off hard end
   • Cut lemon and squeeze to get ¼ cup juice:
     • Roll lemon on counter first to release juices
     • Cut in half
     • Squeeze over measuring cup
     • Remove any seeds that fall in

2. Blending Phase (5 minutes)

1. Load Your Blender
   • First add the almonds (they should be at the bottom)
   • Pour in the ⅓ cup water
   • Add ¼ cup lemon juice
   • Add prepared garlic cloves
   • Measure and add remaining ingredients:
     • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
     • 2 tablespoons olive oil
     • 1 tablespoon amino acids
     • 1 teaspoon cumin
     • ½ teaspoon salt
     • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2. Initial Blend
   • Secure blender lid tightly
   • Start on LOW speed for 30 seconds
   • Gradually increase to MEDIUM speed for 30 seconds
   • Finally, blend on HIGH for 2 minutes
3. Check Progress
   • Turn off blender
   • Remove lid carefully
   • Use rubber spatula to scrape:
     • Down the sides of blender
     • Around the blades (with blender unplugged)
     • Any chunks stuck at bottom
4. Final Blend
   • Replace lid securely
   • Blend on HIGH for 2-3 more minutes
   • Watch for smooth, creamy texture
   • Stop occasionally to prevent motor overheating

3. Texture Adjustment Phase

1. Check Consistency
   • Sauce should:
     • Drip slowly off a spoon
     • Be thick like ranch dressing
     • Have no visible almond pieces
2. If Too Thick
   • Add water:
     • Use only 1 tablespoon at a time
     • Blend for 30 seconds after each addition
     • Check consistency
     • Repeat if needed
3. If Too Thin
   • Add more almonds:
     • Use 1 tablespoon at a time
     • Blend for 1 minute after each addition
     • Check texture
     • Repeat if needed

4. Final Steps

1. Taste Test
   • Use a clean spoon
   • Check for:
     • Salt level
     • Garlic strength
     • Spiciness
     • Overall flavor
2. Adjustments
   • For more salt: add ⅛ teaspoon at a time
   • For more garlic: add ½ clove at a time
   • For more heat: add ⅛ teaspoon cayenne
   • Blend 30 seconds after each addition
3. Transfer to Storage
   • Use rubber spatula to scrape sides thoroughly
   • Pour into clean storage container
   • Leave ½ inch space at top
   • Wipe rim of container clean
   • Seal tightly with lid

Troubleshooting Tips

• Too thick? Add water gradually
• Too thin? Add more almonds
• Too bitter? Add extra nutritional yeast
• Not smooth? Blend longer

Variations

1. Spicy: Add extra cayenne
2. Herb: Mix in fresh basil or cilantro
3. Chipotle: Add 1 chipotle pepper
4. Garlic lover’s: Double the garlic

Storage Instructions

• Keep refrigerated in airtight container
• Lasts 5-7 days
• Do not freeze
• Stir before using

Safety Notes

• Check for almond allergies
• Use fresh ingredients
• Clean all equipment thoroughly
• Keep refrigerated

Pro Tips

1. Use raw almonds for best results
2. Room temperature ingredients blend better
3. Let blender rest if it gets warm
4. Taste and adjust seasonings

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Using roasted almonds
2. Not blending long enough
3. Adding too much water at once
4. Skipping the nutritional yeast

Your homemade Bitchin Sauce is ready! Use it as a dip, spread, or sauce. Perfect with vegetables, chips, sandwiches, or wraps.

Note: This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.