Blazing Habanero Inferno Sauce
A fiery homemade hot sauce made with fresh orange habanero peppers, perfect for adding heat and smoky depth to your meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 fresh orange habanero peppers (stemmed, wear gloves) Wear gloves when handling to avoid skin irritation.
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup white vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar for a unique tang.
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika or chipotle powder
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 juice of lime
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil Slowly blend in to emulsify the sauce.
Instructions
Preparation
- Blend the habaneros, garlic, vinegar, water, lime juice, tomato paste, and paprika in a blender until smooth.
- Add the sea salt and slowly blend in olive oil to emulsify the fire.
- Simmer the mixture in a saucepan for 8–10 minutes to deepen the flavor.
- Cool the sauce completely and transfer it to a sterilized glass jar.
- Let it rest for 24 hours before the first use for full intensity.
Notes
To keep your sauce fresh, store it in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator. It will last for up to a month but is likely to be used up before then.