Creamy Habanero Sauce Recipe
This Creamy Habanero Sauce is a vibrant, spicy condiment made from fresh habanero peppers, garlic, and onions, simmered and then blended with neutral oil to achieve a smooth, creamy texture. Perfect for adding a fiery kick to any dish, you can customize its consistency with additional oil, water, or lime juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 1 to 1¼ cups of sauce 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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Habanero Sauce Ingredients
- 8–12 ounces fresh habanero peppers (8 oz for thinner sauce, 12 oz for thicker salsa)
- 1 small onion, chopped (about 4 ounces)
- 4–5 garlic cloves
- ½ cup neutral oil (corn oil, avocado oil, or other neutral vegetable oil), plus more as needed
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather fresh habanero peppers, chop the small onion, and peel the garlic cloves to prepare for cooking.
- Combine in Pot: Add the habaneros, chopped onion, garlic cloves, and ½ cup of neutral oil to a small pot or saucepan.
- Simmer: Cover the pot and simmer over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes, or until the peppers and onion have softened and can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the pot from heat and let the mixture cool slightly to ensure safe blending.
- Blend the Sauce: Transfer the cooled pepper mixture to a food processor. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and process on high for 4-5 minutes until the sauce is very smooth, light in color, and begins to cling to the sides of the processor bowl.
- Adjust Thickness: If the sauce is too thick, gradually drizzle in more neutral oil while blending until it reaches creamy consistency.
- Thin if Desired: For a thinner sauce, add water or fresh lime juice one tablespoon at a time while blending until you reach your preferred consistency.
- Final Taste and Serve: Taste the sauce and adjust salt if needed. Serve as a spicy condiment to enhance your favorite dishes.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of habanero peppers to control the sauce’s heat and thickness.
- Use neutral oils like corn, avocado, or vegetable oil for the best flavor balance.
- Fresh lime juice is an excellent option to thin the sauce and add brightness.
- Handle habanero peppers carefully; consider wearing gloves to avoid skin irritation.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Keywords: Habanero sauce, spicy sauce, creamy habanero, hot sauce, Mexican condiment
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