Hot Habanero Pepper Sauce

4 servings

25 minutes

Habanero pepper sauce is a true fiery element of Mexican cuisine. This sauce is known for its intense heat and citrus notes that give it a refreshing touch. Habanero is one of the hottest peppers in the world, but the combination with onion, garlic, and lemon juice softens its fiery character while adding depth of flavor. Extra virgin olive oil gives the dish a velvety texture, and salt completes the perfect balance. Traditionally, this sauce is used in Mexican cuisine to add spiciness to meat, fish, tacos, and burritos. Caution: even a small drop can ignite a true gastronomic fire!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 233.3
• Proteins: 1.1g
• Fats: 23g
• Carbohydrates: 6.4g

Ingredients

• Habañero pepper: 100 g
• Onion: 1 head
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Extra virgin olive oil: 0.5 glass
• Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
• Coarse salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Remove seeds from the peppers. Place them in the food processor.

   Required ingredients:

   • Habañero pepper: 100 g

2. Add finely chopped onion and garlic to the peppers. Pour in oil and lemon juice. Salt and blend to a puree.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Garlic: 1 clove
   • Extra virgin olive oil: 0.5 glass
   • Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
   • Coarse salt:  to taste