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Pineapple Habanero Hot Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 27 minutes
  • Yield: 32 servings
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Description

This Pineapple Habanero Hot Sauce combines the tropical sweetness of fresh pineapple with the fiery heat of habanero peppers. Enhanced by carrot, ginger, lime juice, and a touch of honey, this homemade sauce offers a balanced, vibrant flavor perfect for adding a spicy kick to any dish. Its smooth texture and refreshing zing make it an ideal condiment for everything from grilled meats to tacos and marinades.

Ingredients

Vegetables and Fruits

  • 3 habanero peppers, seeded and chopped (use gloves)
  • 2 cups (300 g) fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1 small carrot, peeled and sliced
  • ½ inch (1.3 cm) piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
  • juice of one lime

Liquids

  • ¾ cup (180 ml) water
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) white distilled vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon (6 g) salt

Instructions

  1. Add Ingredients to Saucepan: Place the chopped habanero peppers, fresh pineapple chunks, sliced carrot, and thinly sliced ginger into a medium saucepan.
  2. Simmer Mixture: Pour in ¾ cup water. Bring the contents to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the carrot is tender.
  3. Remove from Heat: Take the saucepan off the heat to stop the cooking process.
  4. Add Remaining Ingredients and Blend: Add the white distilled vinegar, lime juice, honey, and salt to the pan. Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture directly in the pan until it is completely smooth. Alternatively, transfer the mixture carefully to a regular blender and blend until smooth.
  5. Strain the Sauce: Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible, ensuring a smooth sauce.
  6. Cool the Sauce: Let the sauce cool completely at room temperature.
  7. Bottle and Refrigerate: Transfer the cooled hot sauce into a glass bottle or squeeze bottle for easy use. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld beautifully.

Notes

  • Wear gloves when handling habanero peppers to avoid skin irritation.
  • The sauce will keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
  • Adjust the number of habanero peppers based on your heat preference.
  • Use fresh pineapple for best flavor; canned pineapple might alter the taste.
  • If you prefer a chunkier texture, skip straining or strain less thoroughly.
  • This sauce is excellent as a marinade, topping for tacos, or a spicy dip.

Find it online: https://dishmelt.com/pineapple-habanero-hot-sauce-recipe/