Pineapple Habanero Hot Sauce 🌶️🍍
A Fiery and Fruity Homemade Hot Sauce Recipe
If you’re a fan of hot sauces with a twist, this Pineapple Habanero Hot Sauce is a must-try. Combining the fiery heat of habanero peppers with the sweet and tangy flavors of pineapple, this sauce is perfect for adding a kick to your favorite dishes. Whether you’re drizzling it over tacos, mixing it into marinades, or using it as a dip, this homemade hot sauce will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2-3 habanero peppers 🌶️
- 1/2 ripe pineapple 🍍
- 1/2 onion 🧅
- 1 cup water 💧
- 2/3 cup white vinegar 🍶
- 1 lime, juiced 🍋
- 8 slices ginger, peeled (about 1/2 inch piece) 🫚
- 2 tsp sugar 🥄
- 1 1/4 tsp salt 🧂
- 1/4 tsp dried marjoram 🌿
- 1/8 tsp ground cumin 🌰
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Ingredients:
- Begin by slicing the pineapple, habanero peppers, ginger, and onion. For a milder spice, remove the seeds and pith from the habaneros. 🔪
2️⃣ Simmer the Mixture:
- In a medium-sized pan, combine the sliced pineapple, habaneros, ginger, and onion with 1 cup of water. Bring the mixture to a simmer, ensuring the ingredients are somewhat submerged. Simmer for 2-3 minutes. 🍲
3️⃣ Add Seasonings:
- Add the salt and sugar to the pan. Continue to simmer gently until the onions and peppers have softened, which should take about 5-10 minutes. 🕒
4️⃣ Blend Until Smooth:
- Carefully transfer the simmered mixture to a blender. Add the white vinegar, lime juice, dried marjoram, and ground cumin. 🍶🍋 Blend until the sauce is smooth.
5️⃣ Cool and Adjust:
- Let the hot sauce cool. Once cooled, taste and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or sugar if needed. 🧊
6️⃣ Store the Hot Sauce:
- Pour the finished hot sauce into bottles or a mason jar for storage. 🏺 Keep it refrigerated and enjoy it whenever you need to spice up your meals.
Recipe Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 24 servings
- Calories: 15 kcal per serving
This Pineapple Habanero Hot Sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, with a tropical twist. It’s easy to make and can be customized to suit your heat tolerance. Add more habaneros for extra spice or reduce them for a milder version. Store your homemade hot sauce in the refrigerator, and it will last for several weeks—if you can resist finishing it sooner!
Enjoy your homemade hot sauce on everything from grilled meats to roasted vegetables, and don’t be surprised if your friends start asking for the recipe. 🌶️🍍
Feel free to share your thoughts or variations on this recipe in the comments below!
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Pineapple Habanero Hot Sauce 🌶️🍍
- Total Time: 25min
- Yield: 24 1x
Ingredients
2–3 habanero peppers 🌶️
1/2 ripe pineapple 🍍
1/2 onion 🧅
1 cup water 💧
2/3 cup white vinegar 🍶
1 lime, juiced 🍋
8 slices ginger, peeled (about 1/2 inch piece) 🫚
2 tsp sugar 🥄
1 1/4 tsp salt 🧂
1/4 tsp dried marjoram 🌿
1/8 tsp ground cumin 🌰
Instructions
1️⃣ Slice the pineapple, habanero, ginger, and onion. Remove the seeds and pith from the habaneros if you prefer a milder spice. 🔪
2️⃣ In a pan, simmer the onion, pineapple, habaneros, and ginger with 1 cup of water until the ingredients are somewhat submerged, about 2-3 minutes. 🍲
3️⃣ Add in the salt and sugar. Simmer gently until the onions and peppers have softened, about 5-10 minutes. 🕒
4️⃣ Transfer the simmered mixture to a blender. Add the vinegar, lime juice, marjoram, and cumin. 🍶🍋
5️⃣ Blend until smooth, then let the sauce cool. 🧊
6️⃣ Season to taste by adding more salt and/or sugar if needed. 🍴
7️⃣ Pour the hot sauce into bottles or a mason jar for storage. 🏺
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 15min
Nutrition
- Calories: 15 kcal