Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this luscious Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce, a perfect blend of sweetness, tang, and smoky depth. Made with fresh, juicy blueberries and rich balsamic vinegar, this bold sauce comes together in just 25 minutes and is bursting with the flavor of real ingredients like honey, brown sugar, garlic, and smoked paprika. Its velvety-smooth texture and vibrant color make it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for slathering on ribs, chicken, or roasted veggies, this sauce doubles as a gourmet dipping companion. Quick to prepare and easy to store, this homemade barbecue sauce will be your go-to for adding a fruity twist to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 0.25 cups balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 cups ketchup
- 0.25 cups brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 cups water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to burn it.
Add the fresh blueberries and water to the saucepan. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes, until the blueberries start to break down and release their juices.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the balsamic vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Stir well to combine and allow the mixture to simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.
Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Using an immersion blender or transferring to a regular blender, purée the sauce until smooth. Be careful when blending hot liquids.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, honey, or vinegar to suit your preference.
Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring it to a jar or airtight container for storage.
Serve as a barbecue sauce for meats, chicken, or vegetables, or use as a dipping sauce. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.3 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2037 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.7 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 131.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 660 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
