Begin by heating a small skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of vegetable broth or olive oil to prevent sticking and enhance flavor. Once the oil shimmers, it’s ready for the next steps. This process will take about 1–2 minutes.

Add peeled garlic cloves and the freshly seeded habanero pepper to the skillet. Sauté for approximately 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic turns golden brown and fragrant. The habanero should soften and become vibrant.

Transfer the sautéed garlic and habanero mixture to a blender, allowing any residual heat to escape while preparing the next ingredients.

In the blender, combine the sautéed ingredients with tahini, water, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend everything on high speed for about 30-45 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and free of any lumps.

After blending, taste the sauce to see if it needs any additional salt or pepper. Adjust seasoning to your preference.

Once the sauce reaches your desired thickness and taste, serve it by tossing with your favorite pasta or drizzling over roasted vegetables.