Easy Caribbean Lime & Lemon Pepper Sauce: A Zesty Tropical Twist for Every Dish
This recipe is easy to make, stores well, and delivers tropical flair with every drizzle. You can make it mild or fiery depending on your heat preference.
Ingredients
3 limes, juiced (freshly squeezed)
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon crushed black pepper
4–6 garlic cloves
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1–2 Scotch bonnet peppers (or habaneros), seeded if desired
½ teaspoon turmeric (optional, for color)
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon honey or sugar (to balance acidity)
¼ cup olive oil or neutral oil
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the citrus base: Zest the lemons and juice both the lemons and limes. Set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté the aromatics: In a small pan, sauté chopped onion and garlic in a bit of oil until translucent (about 3–4 minutes). Let cool slightly.
3️⃣ Blend the heat: In a blender or food processor, combine sautéed aromatics, Scotch bonnet peppers, vinegar, citrus juices, lemon zest, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
4️⃣ Add seasonings: Add turmeric, salt, and honey. Blend again. While the blender is running, slowly drizzle in olive oil to emulsify the sauce.
5️⃣ Taste and adjust: Taste your sauce. Add more salt, pepper, or honey to balance the acidity and heat.
6️⃣ Bottle it up: Transfer the sauce to a sterilized glass jar or bottle. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before using to allow flavors to meld.
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