Blueberry Bourbon Barbecue Sauce
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
2 cups
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Calories
106 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Blueberry Bourbon Barbecue Sauce
Description
The Blueberry Bourbon Barbecue Sauce features a combination of fresh blueberries, bourbon, and spices for a distinctive barbecue condiment. The red onion and garlic are softened in olive oil before adding jalapeño for gentle heat. Bourbon is boiled off to mellow the flavor, then the berries, ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, molasses, and allspice are added. Simmering reduces and thickens the sauce, concentrating the flavors.
Part of the sauce is pureed, then stirred back in to combine smoothness with some berry texture. The finished sauce balances fruity sweetness, smoky bourbon notes, tangy vinegar, and subtle spice from jalapeño and allspice.
Store the sauce chilled for up to two weeks. It can be served alongside grilled or roasted meats, enhancing barbecued dishes with a complex fruity and savory profile.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup red onion diced
- 4 garlic chopped, cloves
- 1 jalapeño seeds and white membrane removed for less heat
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 2 cups blueberries fresh
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until fragrant and soft. Stir in garlic and jalapeño and cook for about 1 minute. Add bourbon and turn up the heat bringing the mix to a boil. Cook until the bourbon has evaporated (about 4-5 minutes). Stir in blueberries, ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, molasses and allspice. Return to a boil. Simmer for about 20 minutes or until the sauce has thickened. Let cool. Puree half of the sauce in a food processor or blender. Return the sauce back to the pan and mix together. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 106 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 cup | |
| Calories | 106kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Sodium | 140mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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