Pineapple Habanero Hot Sauce

This flavorful pineapple habanero hot sauce is the perfect way to add a fruity, spicy kick to any dish

Ingredients:

  • 2-3 habanero peppers
  • 1/2 ripe pineapple
  • 1/2 onion
  • 1 cup water
  • 2/3 cup white vinegar
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 8 slices of peeled ginger (about 1/2 inch piece)
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp dried marjoram
  • 1/8 tsp ground cumin

Instructions:

  1. Prep Ingredients – Slice the pineapple, habanero, ginger, and onion. Remove seeds and pith from the habaneros if you prefer a milder spice.
  2. Simmer – In a pan, simmer the onion, pineapple, habaneros, and ginger with 1 cup of water until somewhat submerged, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add Seasonings – Add salt and sugar. Simmer gently until the onions and peppers have softened, about 5-10 minutes.
  4. Blend – Transfer the simmered mixture to a blender. Add vinegar, lime juice, marjoram, and cumin. Blend until smooth and let cool.
  5. Season – Adjust seasoning by adding more salt and/or sugar if needed.
  6. Bottle – Pour into hot sauce bottles or a mason jar.