Doctor Salsas Fermented Red Scorpio Purée – Spanish Hot Sauce 248g

Doctor Salsas brings the heat of fermented red Scorpio peppers to your kitchen in a thick, intense purée. This Spanish sauce captures the slow fermentation process that builds complex flavor beneath the fire — not a simple hot sauce, but a condiment with depth. At 248 grams, one jar goes far in cooking or finishing dishes.

About this product

Fermented hot peppers develop a subtle tang and roundness that fresh heat lacks. The Scorpio pepper, a particularly potent variety, gains character as beneficial bacteria work through the mash during fermentation. Doctor Salsas handles this process with precision, resulting in a purée thick enough to coat a spoon yet smooth enough to blend into soups, stews, or marinades. Use it as a base for other sauces or a standalone condiment for adventurous palates.

How to enjoy

• Stir a teaspoon into a pot of lentil stew or bean braise for layered heat.
• Mix with crème fraîche or sour cream as a spicy dip for grilled vegetables.
• Swirl into mayonnaise for a punchy sandwich spread.
• Add to tomato-based sauces toward the end of cooking to preserve the fermented tang.
• Spoon over roasted meats or fish as a finishing touch.

Product details

• Net weight: 248g
• Origin: Spain
• Brand: Doctor Salsas
• EAN: 8436566140010
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate after opening.

⭐ Why we love this

Doctor Salsas honors the Spanish tradition of slow fermentation — a technique that transforms raw heat into umami-rich complexity. Unlike commercial hot sauces, this Scorpio purée develops its character over time, delivering the kind of depth you'd find in artisanal Spanish condiments like romesco or mojo rojo, but with serious punch.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Pair with a crisp, mineral Verdejo from Rueda to cool the Scorpio heat, or serve alongside jamón ibérico and pan con tomate for a tapas spread. The fermented tang also complements aged Manchego cheese and works beautifully with grilled gambas or pulpo à la gallega.

📍 From Spain

Doctor Salsas is a Spanish artisanal producer dedicated to fermented pepper sauces, crafting small batches that respect traditional preservation methods. Their focus on wild and heritage pepper varieties reflects Spain's rich culinary heritage, transforming indigenous ingredients into condiments that bridge regional Spanish cooking traditions.