Plum Barbecue Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this tangy and sweet Plum Barbecue Sauce, a delicious twist on classic BBQ flavors. Made with fresh, ripe plums, this homemade sauce combines the rich depth of brown sugar, smoky paprika, and the zesty kick of apple cider vinegar for an irresistible balance of sweet, smoky, and tangy. A hint of honey and Worcestershire sauce adds complexity, while garlic and olive oil bring it all together for a velvety, flavorful finish. Perfect as a glaze for ribs, a dipping sauce for chicken wings, or even a bold topping for burgers, this versatile sauce is easy to make in just 40 minutes. Forget store-bought—this vibrant, fruity barbecue sauce will be your new favorite kitchen staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole ripe plums
- 1 cup ketchup
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 whole garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Wash the plums thoroughly and remove their pits. Chop them into small chunks.
In a medium-sized saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chopped plums to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the plums soften and begin to break down.
Stir in ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Transfer the sauce mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend it until smooth. Be cautious when blending hot liquids.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. If you prefer a thicker texture, return the sauce to the pan and simmer for a few more minutes to thicken.
Let the sauce cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container or jar. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Use this Plum Barbecue Sauce as a glaze for grilled meats, a dipping sauce, or a flavorful addition to sandwiches!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
94 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 184 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 104 mg | 2% | |
*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.
