Pineapple-Habanero Hot Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
40
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Calories
5 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pineapple-Habanero Hot Sauce Recipe
Description
The Pineapple-Habanero Hot Sauce starts by blending chopped habanero peppers, pineapple chunks, fresh cilantro leaves, lime juice, white vinegar, and salt until smooth in a food processor. This mixture combines fruitiness with significant spiciness. The blended sauce is then gently simmered to integrate flavors and mellow raw edges.
After simmering, the sauce is cooled. For a smoother consistency, it can be strained, or left chunkier by skipping the straining step or returning some pulp. The vinegar level can be adjusted before or after cooking to achieve the desired acidity and preserving effect.
This versatile hot sauce is fiery with a sweet undertone from pineapple, brightened by lime and cilantro, making it suitable to complement grilled meats, tacos, or as a spicy dip base. It yields about 12 ounces and should be refrigerated to maintain freshness and flavor.
Ingredients
- 5-6 habanero pepper coarsely chopped
- 2 cups pineapple chopped
- 1 cilantro rinsed, leaves, handful
- lime juice from 1
- 1 cup white vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a food processor and process until smooth.
- Add to a pot and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
- Cool and strain, if desired.
- Pour into bottles and refrigerate until ready to use!
Notes
- The sauce yields about 12 ounces and can range from smooth to chunky depending on straining preferences.
- Adjust vinegar amount to taste; starting with less during processing allows for fine-tuning acidity after cooking.
- Handle habanero peppers carefully due to their high heat; consider gloves during preparation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 40Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 5 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 5kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Sodium | 29mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 13mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 20IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 5.8mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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