Blueberry BBQ Sauce Recipe
Overview:
This Blueberry BBQ Sauce is a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for enhancing grilled meats or as a dipping sauce. It’s quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish, making it a convenient addition to your barbecue repertoire.
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 1 1/2 cups
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh blueberries (frozen can be substituted if fresh are unavailable)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons salt
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 319.9
- Fat Content: 0.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 460mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 77.1g
- Fiber Content: 4.9g
- Sugar Content: 64.4g
- Protein Content: 2.6g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients – fresh blueberries, sugar, ketchup, minced garlic cloves, and salt.
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Cooking Process:
- In a saucepan, combine the fresh blueberries, sugar, ketchup, minced garlic cloves, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
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Simmering:
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low to simmer the sauce.
- Cook for about 15 minutes or until the sauce has slightly thickened, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
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Cooling and Blending:
- Allow the sauce to cool slightly before handling.
- Transfer the sauce into a blender and puree until smooth. Alternatively, use an immersion blender directly in the saucepan.
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Serve or Store:
- Use the Blueberry BBQ Sauce immediately as a glaze or dipping sauce for chicken, pork, tuna, or other grilled meats.
- Any leftover sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Tips:
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Variations: Experiment with adding a dash of Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, or even a pinch of smoked paprika to customize the flavor profile.
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Frozen Berries: If fresh blueberries are out of season or unavailable, frozen blueberries can be used without compromising the taste or texture of the sauce.
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Serving Suggestions: Brush the sauce onto grilled chicken breasts during the last few minutes of cooking for a sweet and savory glaze, or serve it alongside grilled pork chops or tuna steaks for a flavorful dip.
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Health Benefits: This sauce is naturally low in cholesterol and saturated fat, making it a healthier alternative to traditional BBQ sauces. It’s also rich in antioxidants from the blueberries.
Enjoy this Blueberry BBQ Sauce as a versatile addition to your summer grilling or any time you crave a burst of fruity flavor in your dishes!