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blueberry barbecue sauce

Blueberry Barbecue Sauce

Discover the magic of blueberry barbecue sauce! Sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors come together in this easy homemade recipe perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar for a paleo option)
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon (optional, but recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spiciness)
  • to taste Salt and black pepper

Equipment

  • Medium-sized saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Immersion blender (optional)
  • Fine mesh strainer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and rinse the blueberries under cool water; pat them dry.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar; simmer on medium heat.
  3. Stir occasionally as the blueberries soften and release their juices, creating a base for the sauce.
  4. Once soft, stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper; add bourbon if using.
  5. Let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened; use an immersion blender for a smooth texture if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 17gSodium: 55mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of brown sugar and replace Worcestershire sauce with tamari. Adjust the spices to your taste; if the sauce is too sweet, add a splash more vinegar. Store in an airtight jar for up to two weeks in the fridge or freeze for up to three months.
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