Spicy Habanero Honey BBQ Sauce

This spicy habanero honey BBQ sauce combines the heat of habanero peppers with the sweetness of honey, creating a perfect balance for grilling or dipping. It’s an ideal choice for those who enjoy a kick in their barbecue sauce.

The recipe is simple to follow and requires just a few ingredients. You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or fewer habaneros according to your taste.

Homemade Habanero Honey BBQ Sauce

This BBQ sauce features a blend of habanero peppers, honey, and classic BBQ ingredients like ketchup and vinegar. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and yields approximately 2 cups of sauce.

Ingredients

• 2-3 habanero peppers, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Peppers: Wear gloves while handling habanero peppers. Remove the stems and finely chop the peppers, discarding the seeds if you prefer less heat.
2. Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, honey, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chopped habaneros.
3. Cook the Sauce: Heat the saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
4. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper as needed. If you want more heat, you can add additional chopped habaneros.
5. Cool and Store: Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool. Transfer it to a jar or airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes

• Servings: 16 servings (2 tablespoons each)
• Calories: 50kcal
• Fat: 0g
• Protein: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 13g