Mango Habanero Honey Garlic Sauce Recipe

Introduction

This Mango Habanero Honey Garlic Sauce offers a vibrant blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors that will elevate any dish. Perfect as a glaze, dip, or marinade, this sauce balances the fiery kick of habaneros with the natural sweetness of mango and honey.

Ingredients

• 1 large mango (or about 1 cup frozen mango), peeled and chopped
• 2 habanero peppers, seeds removed if you prefer less heat
• ½ cup honey
• 4 garlic cloves, minced or crushed
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Step 2: Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about one minute.
3. Step 3: Add the chopped mango, habanero peppers, honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, lime juice, and salt to the pan. Stir to combine all ingredients.
4. Step 4: Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cook for 10 to 15 minutes until the mango is very soft and the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: Remove the pan from heat and let the sauce cool for a few minutes.
6. Step 6: Blend the sauce until smooth using a blender or immersion blender. For a chunkier texture, blend less.
7. Step 7: Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness with more honey, tang with more lime juice, or seasoning with additional salt if needed.
8. Step 8: Once cooled, transfer the sauce into a jar or bottle and store it in the refrigerator.

Tips & Variations

• To reduce heat without losing flavor, remove all seeds from the habaneros and consider using only one pepper if you prefer milder spice.
• Add a small piece of ginger during cooking for an extra layer of warmth and complexity.
• Use fresh mangoes in season for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
• Try substituting honey with maple syrup or agave for a different sweetener option.

Storage

Store the sauce in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Reheat gently in a saucepan or microwave before serving, if desired. Stir well after reheating to recombine any separated ingredients.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this sauce less spicy?

Yes, remove the seeds from the habanero peppers or use fewer peppers to reduce the heat. You can also add more honey or mango to balance out the spice.

How can I use this Mango Habanero Honey Garlic Sauce?

This sauce works great as a glaze for grilled meats, a dipping sauce for chicken wings or spring rolls, or even as a flavorful addition to tacos and sandwiches.

Mango Habanero Honey Garlic Sauce Recipe

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This Mango Habanero Honey Garlic Sauce combines the sweetness of ripe mango and honey with the fiery kick of habanero peppers, balanced by tangy lime and apple cider vinegar, and the savory depth of garlic and soy sauce. It’s perfect for adding a vibrant, spicy-sweet flavor to your grilled meats, seafood, or as a zesty dipping sauce.

• Author: Lisa
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 1½ to 2 cups 1x
• Category: Sauce
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Fusion

Ingredients

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Fruit and Vegetables

• 1 large mango, peeled and chopped (or about 1 cup frozen mango)
• 2 habanero peppers, seeds removed for less heat
• 4 garlic cloves, minced or crushed

Liquids and Oils

• ½ cup honey
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Seasonings

• ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil until shimmering but not smoking.
2. Sauté garlic: Add the minced or crushed garlic to the pan and cook, stirring frequently, until it becomes fragrant, about one minute, taking care not to burn it.
3. Add ingredients: Stir in the chopped mango, habanero peppers, honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, lime juice, and salt. Mix well to combine all flavors.
4. Simmer mixture: Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat and let it cook gently for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mango softens thoroughly and the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Cool slightly: Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes to make blending safer and easier.
6. Blend sauce: Use a blender or immersion blender to puree the sauce until smooth. For a chunkier texture, blend less thoroughly.
7. Adjust seasoning: Taste your sauce and add more honey for sweetness, lime juice for brightness, or salt as needed to suit your preference.
8. Store: Transfer the cooled sauce to a clean jar or bottle and refrigerate. It can be used immediately but flavors meld even better after resting.

Notes

• Removing seeds from habaneros reduces heat but retains flavor; use caution when handling to avoid irritation.
• This sauce pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken, pork, seafood, or as a dipping sauce for appetizers.
• Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
• Adjust the number of habanero peppers to suit heat preference.
• Use frozen mango in place of fresh if out of season.

Keywords: Mango sauce, Habanero sauce, Honey garlic sauce, Spicy sweet sauce, Mango habanero honey sauce, Homemade hot sauce