Smoked Habanero Hot Sauce Fiery Smoked Habanero Hot Sauce with Garlic and Roasted Peppers Ingredients: 8 habanero peppers, stems removed 2 cloves garlic, peeled 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, roasted and peeled 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for balance) 1/2 cup water (adjust to desired consistency) 1 tablespoon olive oil Directions: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and habanero peppers for 5–7 minutes until softened and lightly charred. Transfer the sautéed mix to a blender. Add roasted red bell pepper, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, lime juice, sugar (if using), and water. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust salt, lime, or sugar as needed. Pour sauce into a saucepan and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes to meld flavors. Let the sauce cool, then transfer to a clean bottle or jar. Refrigerate and use within 3 weeks. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 25 kcal | Servings: 16 (1 tablespoon servings) #hotsauce #habanero #spicyrecipes #fermentedhotsauce #homemadehotsauce #hotpepperlove #smokyflavors #hotandspicy #fierysauces #condimentgoals #spiceaddict #smallbatchsauce #heatseeker #spicyfoodlovers #saucerecipes #chilihotsauce #preservingtaste #craftsauce #foodieflavors #spicygoodness Turn up the HEAT! This Smoked Habanero Hot Sauce is bold, smoky, and absolutely addictive. Perfect for tacos, wings, and everything in between!