Caribbean Ginger Pepper Sauce
Elevate your meals with the bold and irresistible flavors of Caribbean Ginger Pepper Sauce! This zesty condiment combines the fiery heat of Scotch bonnet peppers with the warming spice of fresh ginger, aromatic garlic, and herbaceous thyme for a sauce that’s both vibrant and versatile. Simmered with tangy lime juice, sweet carrots, and vinegar, this homemade hot sauce achieves the perfect balance of heat and acidity. Whether you’re drizzling it over grilled meats, stirring it into rice dishes, or using it as a dip, this easy-to-make sauce delivers authentic Caribbean flair in just 35 minutes. Get ready to add a tropical kick to your favorite recipes while enjoying a taste of the islands year-round.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole Scotch bonnet peppers (or habanero peppers)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger
- 4 whole Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 1 large Carrot
- 1 cup Distilled white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
Wash and dry all produce. Remove the stems from the Scotch bonnet peppers (use gloves to handle, as they are very hot). Peel and finely chop the ginger and garlic. Chop the onion and carrot into small pieces.
In a medium saucepan, combine the Scotch bonnet peppers, ginger, garlic, onion, carrot, white vinegar, and water.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool for about 5 minutes.
Transfer the mixture to a blender. Add lime juice, sugar, salt, and thyme. Blend on high until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a small amount of water to reach your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice to balance the flavors.
Pour the blended sauce into sterilized glass jars or bottles, and allow to cool completely before sealing.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months. Shake well before using, and enjoy as a spicy condiment for meats, vegetables, or rice dishes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
208 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2427 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 829 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
