Habanero Hot Sauce

Add a fiery kick to your dishes with this vibrant and flavorful habanero hot sauce! Packed with the zesty heat of fresh habanero peppers, balanced by the subtle sweetness of carrots and the tang of lime juice, this homemade hot sauce is a must-have condiment for spice lovers. Simmered to perfection with garlic, onion, and distilled white vinegar, it delivers a bold, well-rounded flavor that’s perfect for drizzling over tacos, eggs, grilled meats, or even stirring into soups and marinades. Quick and easy to make in under 30 minutes, this versatile hot sauce can be customized to your desired heat level and texture, making it an irresistible addition to your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 10 pieces Fresh habanero peppers
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 0.5 medium White onion
• 1 small Carrot
• 1 cup Distilled white vinegar
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar

Directions

Step 1

1. Wash the habanero peppers thoroughly and remove the stems. For a milder sauce, you can remove the seeds, but leave them intact if you want maximum heat.

Step 2

2. Peel and roughly chop the garlic cloves. Dice the white onion into small pieces and peel and slice the carrot into thin rounds.

Step 3

3. In a medium-sized pot, combine the habanero peppers, garlic, onion, carrot, distilled white vinegar, and water.

Step 4

4. Place the pot on the stove over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.

Step 5

5. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before transferring it to a blender or food processor.

Step 6

6. Add the lime juice, salt, and sugar to the blender, then process the mixture until it reaches a smooth consistency.

Step 7

7. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.

Step 8

8. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt, sugar, or lime juice to balance the flavors.

Step 9

9. Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve if you prefer it to be smooth and seed-free, or leave it unstrained for a chunkier texture.

Step 10

10. Pour the hot sauce into a sterilized glass jar or bottle, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	692.8 grams (692.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	188

Total Fat 0.80g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2413mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 35.50g	13%
Dietary Fiber 8.50g	30%
Total Sugars 17.40g
Protein 4.70g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 90mg	7%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 836mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 4.3%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 84.5%