Does Homemade Hot Sauce Go Bad? (The 4.6 pH Safety Rule)

The Short Answer: Yes, If You Guess the Chemistry

Homemade hot sauce can and will spoil if the acidity level is not low enough to inhibit bacterial growth. If your sauce is bubbling in the fridge, growing mold, or smells off, it has likely spoiled due to improper acidification or fermentation.

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