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Blueberry Bourbon BBQ Sauce

Blueberry Bourbon BBQ Sauce

Samia
Blueberry Bourbon BBQ Sauce is a rich, flavorful condiment combining sweet blueberries, smoky bourbon, and vinegar. Ideal for grilling, it adds depth to meats like ribs, chicken, and pork. With hints of garlic, onion, and brown sugar, it offers a balanced blend of sweet, smoky, and savoy tastes, making it a standout sauce for summer barbecues.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Sauce / Condiment
Cuisine American/BBQ
Servings 2 cups
Calories 75 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and chopping board
  • Blender or immersion blender (optional for smooth texture)

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup bourbon choose a mellow one you love
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon molasses
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 small red onion chopped
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder adjust to your preferred heat
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra kick
  • ½ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

Prepare the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and minced garlic, sauteing until softened and fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).

    Add the blueberries and bourbon: Stir in the blueberries and bourbon. Cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the blueberries to soften and the bourbon to reduce slightly.

      Add remaining ingredients: Mix in ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, maple syrup or honey, Worcestershire sauce, molasses, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, allspice, and black pepper.

        Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes. Stir occasionally until the sauce thickens and the flavours meld together.

          Blend (optional): For a smooth sauce, use an immersion blender directly in the pan or transfer the sauce to a blender and puree until smooth. For a chunkier texture, skip this step.

            Taste and adjust: Taste the sauce and add more salt, spice, or sweetness if needed.

              Cool and store: Let the sauce cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

                Notes

                Nutrition Facts

                Calories: 75 kcal | Fat: 0.1 g | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Sugar: 14 g | Fiber: 1 g | Protein: 0.5 g | Sodium: 260 mg
                Keyword Blueberry Bourbon BBQ Sauce