Habanero Hot Pepper Sauce Recipe

habanero peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeño peppers

💰Cheaper: serrano peppers

Jalapeños provide a milder heat while maintaining flavor.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a fruity note with health benefits.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Garlic powder is a convenient alternative with a similar flavor.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: citric acid

Lemon juice can substitute for lime in flavor and acidity.

Cut half of a medium onion into thin slices and separate the slices.

Use a fork to hold 6 habanero peppers while cutting them into thin slices, discarding the seeds.

Mix the sliced onion and habanero peppers in a bowl for easier mixing.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt, juice from 1 small lime, 1 cup of distilled white vinegar, and 1/4 cup of water to the bowl.

Use a fork to mix everything together before transferring to a jar.

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