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Mango Habanero Honey Garlic Sauce

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Mango Habanero Honey Garlic Sauce is a sweet, spicy, and savory blend of ripe mango, fiery habanero, rich honey, garlic, and tangy lime. Perfect as a glaze, marinade, or dipping sauce, it brings bold tropical heat to any dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen mango chunks (peeled and diced if fresh)
  • 1–2 habanero peppers, stemmed and seeded (leave seeds for more heat)
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/4 cup water (plus more as needed to adjust thickness)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or neutral oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté garlic and habanero for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add mango, honey, vinegar, soy sauce, lime juice, and water. Stir well to combine.
  3. Simmer for 10–15 minutes, until mango is soft and flavors are blended.
  4. Remove from heat and carefully blend the mixture until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
  5. If needed, return to the pan and simmer to thicken or add water to thin to desired consistency.
  6. Cool slightly and transfer to a jar or bottle for storage. Use warm or chilled as desired.

Notes

  • Leave habanero seeds in for extra heat, or add more peppers for a spicier version.
  • Use frozen mango if fresh isn’t available—just thaw slightly before cooking.
  • For a thicker glaze, simmer longer or stir in a small cornstarch slurry.
  • Swap honey for maple syrup or agave for a vegan version.
  • Add pineapple or peach for a fruity flavor twist.

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