Ingredients:
- 10β12 fresh habanero peppers, stemmed
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 cup white vinegar
- Β½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Β½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and sautΓ© for 3β4 minutes until softened.
- Add the habanero peppers and cook for another 2β3 minutes.
- Pour in the vinegar, water, and lime juice.
- Add the honey, salt, and black pepper.
- Simmer for 10β15 minutes until the peppers are tender.
- Let the mixture cool slightly.
- Transfer everything to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add cilantro if using and blend again.
- Pour into sterilized bottles or jars and refrigerate.
Storage:
- Keeps in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- The flavor gets even better after 24β48 hours.
Serving Ideas:
πΆοΈ Burgers
πΆοΈ Fried chicken
πΆοΈ Tacos
πΆοΈ Grilled meats
πΆοΈ Fries
πΆοΈ Sandwiches
Warning: This sauce is extremely hot! Wear gloves when handling habanero peppers and avoid touching your eyes. π₯ππΆοΈ