Habanero Pepper Hot Sauce Recipe (Bold, Sweet & Spicy)
This easy habanero pepper hot sauce recipe blends fiery Caribbean habaneros, sweet carrot, garlic, and vinegar into a bold, zesty condiment perfect for wings, tacos, and marinades. Ready in just 35 minutes!
Ingredients
- Ingredients
- 3.5 ounces chopped habanero peppers seeds/innards included
- 1 ounce chopped carrot
- 1 ounce chopped garlic
- .5 ounce chopped shallot
- 1 cup distilled white vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Add all of the ingredients to a small pot and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer covered, for 10 minutes, or until all of the ingredients are softened.
- Transfer to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Taste and adjust for salt and spices. For a thinner consistency add water 1 tablespoon at a time and process to your desired thickness.
- Bottle and serve.
Notes
Notes:
- Use gloves when handling habaneros to avoid skin irritation.
- Add honey or more carrot to tone down heat if desired.
- For a fermented version, follow our fermented hot sauce guide.