Ron's Afterburner Mexican Hot Sauce

Turn up the heat with "Ron's Afterburner Mexican Hot Sauce," a bold, flavor-packed condiment that brings a fiery punch to your favorite dishes! This vibrant hot sauce combines the intense spice of habanero and jalapeño peppers with the tangy brightness of tomatillos, fresh lime juice, and apple cider vinegar. Sautéed garlic and onions add depth, while fragrant cilantro, smoked paprika, and ground cumin complete the rich, smoky profile. Perfectly blended to a smooth consistency, this homemade hot sauce is a must-have for taco nights, eggs, burritos, or anything begging for a fiery kick. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, it’s an easy-to-make pantry essential that lasts up to two weeks in the fridge. Spice lovers, this is your new go-to condiment!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Fresh habanero peppers
• 6 pieces Fresh jalapeño peppers
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 medium White onion
• 5 pieces Tomatillos
• 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons Sea salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the vegetables by removing the stems from the habaneros and jalapeños, peeling the garlic, peeling and quartering the onion, and husking the tomatillos.

Step 2

2. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, and tomatillos. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

3. Add the habaneros, jalapeños, water, and sea salt to the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, allowing the peppers to soften fully.

Step 4

4. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before transferring it to a blender.

Step 5

5. In the blender, add the cooked mixture along with fresh cilantro, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, ground cumin, and smoked paprika.

Step 6

6. Blend the ingredients on high speed until the sauce reaches a smooth consistency. Add additional water, one tablespoon at a time, if needed to adjust the thickness of the sauce.

Step 7

7. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt or lime juice if desired.

Step 8

8. Pour the sauce into sterilized glass jars or bottles. Allow to cool completely before sealing and refrigerating.

Step 9

9. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake well before each use and enjoy with tacos, burritos, eggs, or any dish that needs a spicy kick!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1870.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	577.7

Total Fat 32.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4770.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 23.2g
Protein 11.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 289.8mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 2386.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.3%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 41.8%