Habanero Hot Sauce
This fiery hot sauce is quick and easy to prepare, offering a vibrant blend of spicy, zesty, and tangy flavors. Sweet red bell peppers, onion, and garlic provide a balanced depth, while maple syrup adds a hint of sweetness. Perfect for drizzling on any meal or snack.
Instructions
- 1
Ensure proper ventilation in your kitchen by opening a window or door and turning on an extractor fan. Cooking habaneros will produce strong chili pepper fumes. Alternatively, sauté on an outdoor grill for a fume-free environment.
- 2
Over medium heat, warm a skillet with the oil (2 tsp). Sauté the onion (0.5 medium) and red bell peppers (2 large) for a few minutes until they soften.
- 3
Add the peppers (6 habanero) and continue to sauté until soft and slightly caramelized. Then, add the cloves garlic (3 large). Turn off the heat and let the [garlic] cook in the residual heat of the pan.
- 4
Transfer the sautéed mixture to a blender. Add the (120 ml) distilled white vinegar (0.5 cup), maple syrup (2 tbsp), and fine sea salt (0.25 tsp). Blend until the sauce is completely smooth.
- 5
Open the blender and check the consistency. Gradually add (180 ml) water (0.75 cup) to thin the sauce to your preferred consistency, blending briefly after each addition.
- 6
Pour the hot sauce into bottles or jars. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months, or freeze for up to 12 months. Shake well before use if separation occurs after thawing.
Nutrition Facts
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