Easy Jalapeno Hot Sauce Recipe with Fresh Lime (Print version)
A bright homemade jalapeno hot sauce with fresh lime, garlic, onion, and vinegar, ready in about 25 minutes.
# Ingredients:
For the hot sauce
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1 lb (450 g) fresh jalapenos, stems removed and sliced
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1/2 medium white onion, chopped
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4 garlic cloves, peeled
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1 tablespoon neutral oil
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3/4 cup (180 ml) distilled white vinegar
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1/2 cup (120 ml) water, plus more to thin if needed
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1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 teaspoon sugar
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2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
# Instructions:
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Trim the stems from the jalapenos and slice the peppers into thick rounds. Remove some seeds and ribs if you want a milder sauce.
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Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until softened and fragrant.
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Add the jalapenos, vinegar, water, salt, and sugar. Bring to a lively simmer, then cook for 8-10 minutes until the peppers soften and deepen in color.
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Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes so it is safer to blend.
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Transfer the mixture to a blender. Add the lime juice and lime zest, then blend until smooth. Add a splash of water if the sauce is thicker than you like.
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Strain through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother sauce, or leave it as is for more texture. Pour into a clean jar or bottle and refrigerate before serving.
# Good to know:
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Makes about 2 cups, or 32 tablespoon-size servings.
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This is a refrigerator hot sauce and is not written for shelf-stable canning.
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Use within 2-3 weeks for the freshest flavor.