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Roasted Rhubarb Barbecue Sauce

Elevate BBQ Night with Roasted Rhubarb Barbecue Sauce

Roasted Rhubarb Barbecue Sauce brings a unique flavor to your grilling, combining sweet and tart rhubarb with classic BBQ ingredients.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 cups fresh rhubarb coarsely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1 cup water add as needed
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar can substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • 1 cup ketchup low-sugar or homemade recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon moderation suggested
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper leave out for milder sauce
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Food Processor
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, spritzing it with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Coarsely chop rhubarb and peel garlic, then spread them on the baking sheet and roast for 15 to 20 minutes until tender and aromatic.
  3. Transfer the roasted mixture to a food processor and add 1 cup of water; puree until smooth to create the sauce base.
  4. In a saucepan, combine the puree with balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, then stir well.
  5. Simmer the mixture over medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until it reaches desired thickness.
  6. Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature, then transfer to airtight containers for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 14gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This barbecue sauce can be refrigerated for up to a month or frozen for longer storage. Use proper canning methods if planning for extended shelf life.

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