Mouth-Blistering Habanero-Carrot Hot Sauce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
14%
Mouth-Blistering Habanero-Carrot Hot Sauce
15 min.
8
67kcal

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Are you ready to take your culinary adventures to the next level? Introducing the Mouth-Blistering Habanero-Carrot Hot Sauce, a fiery condiment that will awaken your taste buds and elevate any dish! This vibrant sauce is not only packed with flavor but also boasts a delightful balance of heat and sweetness, making it the perfect addition to tacos, grilled vegetables, or even as a zesty marinade.

With just a handful of fresh ingredients, including the fiery habanero chiles and sweet carrots, this sauce is a testament to the beauty of simple, plant-based cooking. The carrots lend a natural sweetness that beautifully complements the intense heat of the habaneros, while the tangy cider vinegar and freshly squeezed lime juice add a refreshing zing. Plus, it's vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a batch of this mouth-blistering hot sauce that will keep in your fridge for up to two weeks—if it lasts that long! Whether you're a heat seeker or just looking to add a little kick to your meals, this sauce is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. So grab your blender and get ready to blend up some bold flavors that will leave your friends and family begging for more!

Ingredients

  • ounces carrots ends trimmed chopped (no need to peel)
  • ounces pepper flakes 
  • 0.3 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons granulated sugar 
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime freshly squeezed (from 4 medium limes)
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • blender
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend about 1 minute. Stop and scrape down the sides of the pitcher with a rubber spatula, then continue to blend until very smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
  2. Transfer to a container with a tightfitting lid and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories67kcal
Protein2.48%
Fat69.77%
Carbs27.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.24
Glycemic Load
1.68
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
6.8682609689624%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.17mg
Hesperetin
0.68mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:67.21kcal
3.36%
Fat:5.36g
8.24%
Saturated Fat:0.74g
4.61%
Carbohydrates:4.79g
1.6%
Net Carbohydrates:3.86g
1.4%
Sugar:2.63g
2.92%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:311.89mg
13.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.43g
0.86%
Vitamin A:4807.32IU
96.15%
Vitamin C:14.13mg
17.12%
Vitamin K:7.94µg
7.56%
Vitamin E:1.01mg
6.72%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.89%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.73%
Fiber:0.93g
3.72%
Potassium:127.97mg
3.66%
Folate:7.77µg
1.94%
Vitamin B3:0.38mg
1.89%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.71%
Magnesium:6.09mg
1.52%
Phosphorus:14.63mg
1.46%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.4%
Copper:0.03mg
1.3%
Calcium:12.39mg
1.24%
Iron:0.21mg
1.18%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.01%
Source:Chow