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A jar of Scotch Bonnet hot sauce on a wooden counter, surrounded by fresh peppers and garlic, with a woman smiling in the background.

Scotch Bonnet Hot Sauce

Alexandra
"Spice up your meals with this homemade Scotch Bonnet hot sauce! Fiery, flavorful, and easy to make—perfect for heat lovers. Try it now!"
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine Caribbean, Latin American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 10 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:

  • 6 Scotch Bonnet peppers stems removed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup white vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp honey or sugar
  • ½ cup water

Instructions
 

Instructions:

  • Prepare the Peppers – Remove stems and roughly chop the Scotch Bonnet peppers.
  • Sauté the Garlic – In a small saucepan, sauté garlic in a little oil until fragrant.
  • Simmer the Ingredients – Add peppers, vinegar, lime juice, salt, honey, and water. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Blend Until Smooth – Transfer to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Strain (Optional) – Strain for a thinner sauce or keep it thick for more texture.
  • Store & Enjoy – Pour into a sterilized jar and refrigerate for up to 2 months.

Notes

Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 10 kcal
  • Total Fat: 0.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Protein: 0.2g