Volcano Sauce
Ignite your taste buds with the fiery and flavorful Volcano Sauce—a bold, homemade hot sauce brimming with heat and depth. Made with a dynamic duo of fresh jalapeños and habanero peppers, this spicy creation balances its kick with smoky paprika, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey for sweetness. Sautéed onions and garlic lay the savory foundation, while tomato paste and diced tomatoes provide a rich, velvety texture. Finished with a splash of zesty lime juice, this versatile sauce is perfect as a dip, marinade, or topping for tacos, grilled meats, and roasted veggies. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, Volcano Sauce will bring explosive flavor to your next meal! Keywords: Volcano Sauce recipe, homemade hot sauce, spicy dipping sauce, jalapeño and habanero, easy hot sauce recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped white onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 medium, finely chopped fresh jalapeños
- 2 small, finely chopped habanero peppers
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon or to taste salt
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped (optional for garnish) fresh cilantro
Instructions
Heat a medium-sized skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and let it warm up for about 30 seconds.
Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic, jalapeños, and habanero peppers to the skillet. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the peppers to soften and the garlic to become fragrant.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to caramelize it slightly, enhancing its sweetness.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (including their juices), apple cider vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and water to the skillet. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Lower the heat to medium-low and let it cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce slightly thickens and the flavors meld together.
Remove the skillet from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
Transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth. Be careful blending hot liquids; work in batches if necessary.
Stir in the lime juice and adjust seasoning with additional salt, if needed.
Serve immediately as a sauce or dip, or allow it to cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
99 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.6 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 259 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 239 mg | 5% | |
*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.
