This hot and sweet habanero chile sauce is a fiery condiment made from fresh habanero peppers, garlic, vinegar, and sugar. The sauce is sweet and tangy with a spicy kick that will add flavor and heat to any dish. It pairs well with grilled meats, burgers, tacos, and even as a dip for chips. This recipe is easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a month.
Ingredients
- 10 habanero peppers
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Wearing gloves, remove the stems and seeds from the habanero peppers.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the habanero peppers, garlic, vinegar, sugar, and salt.
- Blend until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the sauce into a small saucepan and heat over medium heat.
- Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce cool completely.
- Transfer the sauce to a sterilized jar or bottle and store in the refrigerator.
Interesting Facts
Habanero peppers are one of the hottest chili peppers, measuring between 100,000 and 350,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU).
The capsaicin in habanero peppers can cause a burning sensation when it comes into contact with skin or mucous membranes.
This sauce can be adjusted to suit your preferred level of spiciness by adding more or fewer habanero peppers.