Mango-habanero hot sauce is the perfect balance of fruity and spicy with sweet mango and fiery habanero peppers, just a few drops will make anything better!

Sweet and Spicy Mango Habanero Hot Sauce

Ready to turn up the heat with a bit of tropical flair? This homemade Mango Habanero Hot Sauce is where sweet meets fiery in the best possible way.

This hot sauce wakes up your taste buds with a fruity punch of ripe mango, then follows it up with the bold burn of habanero peppers. I'll show you how you can dial the heat up or down to your personal preference.

It's perfect for spicing up tacos, wings, pizza, or even eggs in the morning. Get ready for a flavor bomb!

Let me show you how to make mango-habanero hot sauce, my friends.

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"This was the first recipe I made from this site and it was AMAZING! This one really spiced up all my food - chicken, beef, pork... you name it, this stuff is great on everything" - Cindy

Mango-Habanero Hot Sauce Ingredients

Mangos
Serrano Peppers
Jalapeno Pepper
Habanero Pepper
Sweet Onion
Red Tomatoes
Garlic Cloves
Cilantro
Lime Juice
Red Wine Vinegar
Salt and Pepper

How to Make Mango-Habanero Hot Sauce - the Recipe Method

Peel and chop the mango. Chop the peppers, onion, garlic, and cilantro.
Add everything to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
If it’s too thick, add a bit of vinegar or water to thin it out.
Pour the mixture into a pan. Bring to a quick boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
Let it cool, then season to taste with salt, pepper, and more vinegar if needed.
For a thinner sauce, strain it through a sieve or food mill.
(Optional) Save the pulp—dry it and grind into a homemade seasoning. See How to Make Seasonings from Strained Hot Sauce Pulp.
Bottle your hot sauce and enjoy!

Recipe Tips & Notes

If you’d like a milder hot sauce, core the habanero pepper. You can also reduce or skip the serranos, and go with jalapeno peppers only. For a hotter version, use 6-8 habanero peppers and skip the jalapenos and serranos.
Use these exact same ingredients to make my Fresh Mango Salsa Recipe.

Serving Suggestions

Tacos. Drizzle over grilled chicken, pork, or shrimp tacos for a blast of tropical heat. See my Taco Recipes.
Grilled Meats and Seafood. Splash it over seared salmon, grilled pork chops, or shrimp for a flavorful kick.
Egg Dishes. Mix into scrambled eggs or omelets for a spicy twist.
Wings. Toss fried or baked chicken wings in the sauce for a sweet and spicy glaze.
Dipping Sauce: Serve as a dip for fries, nuggets, or crispy coconut shrimp.
Guacamole. Enhance your guacamole with a fiery spin. Works with other dips and spreads, too!
Ice Cream. You'll be surprised how much love the combination of sweet and heat.

Storage

How long will this hot sauce last? Mango-habanero hot sauce will last several months in the refrigerator. You can keep it out of the fridge, but fruit-based sauces don't last as long as hot sauce without fruit.

If you'd like to process this hot sauce for longer keeping, be sure the pH is below 4.6, which is considered shelf stable. I suggest home cooks shoot for 4.0 or lower to account for errors - 3.5 is recommended.

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Cookbook Recommendation

If you enjoy spicy cooking, I hope you'll check out my cookbook! 75 easy recipes with big, bold flavor.

The Spicy Food Lovers' Cookbook, by Mike Hultquist (affiliate link, my friends!)

The Spicy Food Lovers' Cookbook - Fiery, No-Fuss Meals, by Michael Hultquist

Try Some of My Other Related Recipes

Check out more Hot Sauce Recipes or learn more about How to Make Hot Sauce.

Two bottles of fiery Mango-Habanero hot sauce

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Mango-Habanero Hot Sauce Recipe

Mango-habanero hot sauce is the perfect balance of fruity and spicy with sweet mango and fiery habanero peppers, just a few drops will make anything better!

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Course: hot sauce, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: habanero, hot sauce, mango, recipe, spicy, video

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 35

Calories: 20kcal

Author: Mike Hultquist

Servings:

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4.67 from 15 votes

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Ingredients

2 small mangos peeled and chopped
2 serrano peppers chopped
1 jalapeno pepper chopped
1 habanero pepper chopped
1 small sweet onion chopped
2 medium red tomatoes chopped
4 cloves garlic chopped
¼ cup chopped cilantro
Juice from 1 lime
1/2 cup red wine vinegar or more for a thinner hot sauce
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Add all of the ingredients to a food processor. Pulse the mixture several times until you achieve your desired consistency.
Pour the mixture into a pan and bring it to a quick light boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
If you would like a thinner sauce, add in a bit more vinegar, about a 1/4 cup at a time, to achieve your desired consistency.
Cool, then strain, if desired, or leave it as a thicker hot sauce. Store in the refrigerator in airtight containers. The flavors will develop the longer you let it sit.

Notes

Makes about 2.5 cups.
Heat Factor: Hot. You can reduce the overall heat by omitting the habanero pepper. Like some EXTRA heat? Toss in an additional habanero.

You can also STRAIN this hot sauce to remove some of the pulp for a much thinner hot sauce. The pulp can be discarded or dehydrated then ground to make a homemade seasoning blend.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 20kcal Carbohydrates: 4g Sodium: 2mg Potassium: 83mg Sugar: 3g Vitamin A: 310IU Vitamin C: 10.6mg Calcium: 7mg Iron: 0.1mg

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