Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H. I enjoy making my own sauces for grilling because they’re fresher, and I can control what goes into them. I’m not super crazy about too much added sugar and all those preservatives. And I want awesome FLAVOR. Like this particular recipe. It’s Mango-Habanero BBQ Sauce, and it has everything going for it. It’s got a touch of sweet from the mango, a nice level of heat from the habanero peppers, and I’ve made it slightly thick so it sticks to whatever it is I’m grilling. YES! Talk about an awesome bbq sauce. Let’s talk about how we make it, shall we? Add the garlic and cook another minute, until garlic becomes fragrant. Add remaining ingredients and stir until everything is combined. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer about 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Process until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a ½ cup of water or more and continue to process to your preferred consistency. Serve the sauce right away, or let it sit awhile to allow the flavors to more fully develop.
The Heat Factor
Medium-Hot. You’ll get a nice level of heat from the habanero peppers. Looking for a milder bbq sauce? Cut back on the habanero peppers by replacing some with milder peppers, like serranos or jalapenos, or core them out to remove some of the heat. Want spicier? You can easily add more habaneros, or go with hotter peppers, like the ghost pepper. YES!
Serving Suggestions
I love this bbq sauce on any cut of chicken or pork, on grilled shrimp, on salmon, and also drizzled onto grilled vegetables. It’s wonderfully sweet and spicy. Got another way you use it? Let me know! I’d love to hear.
