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