Most chili pastes add heat as well as flavor. A few are more sweet than hot. Although chili pastes are often called sauces, they are thicker in consistency and smooth-textured.

1 Lemon (and zest)
1 Lime (and zest)
1 orange (and zest)
1/2 green chili, or more to taste (chopped with or without seeds)
5 garlic cloves (finely crushed)
3 tablespoons mild chili powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Mix 1/2 teaspoon of each fruit zest and all the juices with other
ingredients. Add more spices if desired. Let stand at least 30 minutes
before using (should thicken).