Cathy Tshilombo-Lokemba, affectionately known as "Mama Africa," produces intensely spicy, yet disarmingly tasty pili pili sauce. A refugee, former clothing designer, and restaurateur, "Mama Africa" creates the best authentic African hot sauce we've tried. Utah-based and beloved by local folks, her family recipe is as hot as they come.

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