Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- 2 large habanero peppers, stemmed and seeded (wear gloves when handling)
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine the raspberries, habanero peppers, apple cider vinegar, sugar, onion, garlic, salt, and water in a medium saucepan.
- Step 2: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer gently, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the raspberries have broken down and the onions are tender.
- Step 3: Carefully transfer the cooked mixture to a blender or food processor and purée until the sauce is completely smooth.
- Step 4: Pour the puréed sauce through a fine-mesh sieve set over a clean bowl, using the back of a spoon to press all the liquid through and discard the remaining seeds and solids caught in the sieve.
- Step 5: Return the strained sauce to the saucepan and simmer again over low heat for 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce has reached your desired thickness. Cool completely before bottling and storing.
Notes
- Store the cooled sauce in airtight, sterilized jars or bottles in the refrigerator, where the vinegar and sugar content allow it to keep well for 3 to 4 weeks.
- If you choose to serve this sauce warm, such as a quick glaze for grilled proteins, gently reheat it over very low heat while stirring, avoiding a hard boil which could compromise the final texture.
- This vibrant sauce works beautifully as a sophisticated condiment alongside smoked beef tenderloin or grilled chicken, or try drizzling it over a block of sharp cream cheese served with crackers for an appetizer.
- For the clearest, brightest sauce with the best mouthfeel, take your time pressing the purée through the fine-mesh sieve, ensuring you extract maximum liquid while discarding all seeds and pulp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American