If you’ve ever tried Mango Habanero Sauce at restaurants like Buffalo Wild Wings or on Domino’s pizzas, you already know how addictive it can be. The perfect balance of tropical sweetness from ripe mangoes and fiery heat from fresh habaneros makes this sauce irresistible. Whether you’re looking to make mango habanero wing sauce for game day, a dip for chicken tenders, or a flavorful glaze for grilled meats, this recipe has you covered.
Why You’ll Love This Mango Habanero Sauce
- Sweet & spicy balance: Tropical mango softens the fiery kick of habanero peppers.
- Restaurant-quality at home: Make your own version of Buffalo Wild Wings Mango Habanero Sauce or Domino’s pizza drizzle.
- Versatile: Perfect as a mango hot sauce, wing sauce, or dipping sauce.
- Quick to prepare: Ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes (peeled and chopped)
- 3–4 habanero peppers (adjust heat level as desired)
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey (or brown sugar for richer flavor)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a saucepan, add onion and garlic, and cook until fragrant.
- Add peppers & mango: Stir in habanero peppers and chopped mango. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Simmer: Add vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10–12 minutes until mango softens.
- Blend: Carefully transfer mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Finish: Stir in lime juice, adjust seasoning, and let cool before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For a milder sauce, remove habanero seeds before cooking.
- Add ginger for extra depth and warmth.
- Use frozen mangoes when fresh ones are out of season.
- For extra heat, add a jalapeño or a touch of cayenne pepper.
Serving Ideas
This mango habanero sauce recipe works wonderfully as:
- A glaze for grilled chicken, shrimp, or salmon.
- A dipping sauce for spring rolls, nuggets, or fries.
- A fiery alternative to traditional buffalo wing sauce.
- A drizzle on Domino’s-style pizza for a sweet and spicy kick.
Storage & Shelf Life
Keep your homemade habanero mango sauce in a sterilized glass jar, refrigerated for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze in small portions for up to 3 months.
FAQs About Mango Habanero Sauce
How to make mango habanero sauce?
You make mango habanero sauce by simmering fresh mangoes, habaneros, vinegar, onion, garlic, and honey, then blending into a smooth sauce.
Can you buy Domino’s mango habanero sauce?
Domino’s uses its own version, but you can’t buy it separately. This recipe gets you very close in flavor.
How to make mango habanero sauce for wings?
After making the sauce, simply toss it with freshly fried or baked chicken wings to create a sweet and spicy glaze.
How to make mango habanero hot sauce?
For a thinner hot sauce style, increase the vinegar slightly and reduce the honey or sugar.