Zinfandel Barbecue Sauce
Elevate your backyard cookouts with this rich and tangy Zinfandel Barbecue Sauce, a perfect blend of bold flavors and aromatic spices. This homemade barbecue sauce highlights the fruity depth of Zinfandel wine, balanced by the sweetness of brown sugar and the tang of apple cider vinegar. Smoked paprika and a touch of cayenne pepper add a smoky, spicy kick, while sautéed sweet onions and garlic create a luscious savory base. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick simmer on the stove, this versatile sauce is perfect for glazing ribs, slathering on burgers, or serving as a dipping sauce for grilled veggies. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or enhancing weeknight meals, this Zinfandel-infused sauce brings gourmet flavor to your table with ease.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup sweet onions, finely chopped
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup Zinfandel wine
- 1 cup ketchup
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to caramelize it slightly.
Slowly pour in the Zinfandel wine, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits.
Stir in the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
Add the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a pinch of cayenne if desired.
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before using. For a smoother texture, you may blend the sauce with an immersion blender.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1073 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2440 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.0 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1171 mg | 25% | |
*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.
