Pineapple Habanero Hot Sauce
This homemade Pineapple Habanero Hot Sauce delivers a perfect balance of tropical sweetness and fiery heat. Ideal for tacos, grilled meats, or even a zesty dip, it's a bold, bright condiment you’ll want to drizzle on everything.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chopped (or 1 can of pineapple chunks in juice, drained)
- 4 –6 habanero peppers stemmed and seeded (adjust for desired heat)
- ½ cup white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar optional
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cloves garlic optional
- 1 small onion chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing, if using onion and garlic
Optional Add-ins:
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Peel and chop the pineapple. Put on gloves, then stem and seed the habaneros. Chop the onion and garlic if using.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add chopped onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- In a blender, combine pineapple, habaneros, vinegar, lime juice, honey, salt, and sautéed aromatics. Add optional spices if using. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Add a splash of water or vinegar if needed.
- Carefully taste the sauce. Add more pineapple for sweetness, peppers for heat, or vinegar for extra tang. Blend again briefly if you want it smoother.
- Let the sauce cool for 10–15 minutes. Pour into sterilized jars or bottles. Store in the fridge for up to 3 months.