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Peach Habanero BBQ Sauce Recipe

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This Peach Habanero BBQ Sauce combines the sweetness of fresh peaches with the fiery kick of habanero peppers, balanced by smoky paprika and tangy apple cider vinegar. Perfect for grilling, dipping, or adding a spicy-sweet glaze to your favorite dishes.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 64 servings
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup diced sweet onion
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 habanero peppers, seeded and membrane removed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger paste
  • 2 cups peaches, small dice
  • 1.5 cups tomato sauce
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
  • 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or more to taste)
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Peel and dice the peaches and sweet onion, mince the garlic, and grate the fresh ginger using a microplane or zester to create a smooth paste.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onion, seeded habanero peppers, and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are very soft, about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  3. Add Remaining Ingredients and Simmer: Stir in the fresh ginger paste, diced peaches, tomato sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, dry mustard powder, smoked paprika, and kosher salt. Bring the mixture to a low simmer and cook uncovered until the peaches are very soft, allowing flavors to meld, approximately 20-25 minutes.
  4. Puree the Sauce: Remove the saucepan from heat. Use an immersion blender to puree the sauce until smooth and completely combined. If the sauce is too thick, thin it by stirring in water or peach nectar to your desired consistency. If it is too thin, return to heat and simmer until thickened to your liking.
  5. Cool and Store: Pour the finished sauce into a quart-size mason jar and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, secure the lid tightly and store the sauce in the refrigerator until ready to use. The sauce will keep well for several weeks chilled.

Notes

  • Remove seeds and membranes from habanero peppers to control heat intensity.
  • Adjust smoked paprika quantity based on taste preference for smokiness.
  • Peach nectar can be used to thin the sauce and enhance peach flavor.
  • Use gloves when handling habanero peppers to avoid skin irritation.
  • This sauce pairs excellently with grilled meats, as a marinade, or a dipping sauce for appetizers.

Find it online: https://cheftinaskitchen.com/peach-habanero-bbq-sauce-recipe/