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Rhubarb Barbecue Sauce

Sweet & Spicy Rhubarb Barbecue Sauce to Elevate Summer Grilling

This Sweet & Spicy Rhubarb Barbecue Sauce is a vibrant blend of tart rhubarb, sweetness, and a kick of heat, perfect for enhancing your summer grilling.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 cups Rhubarb, chopped Substitute with frozen if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 cup Sugar Adjust according to taste preference.
  • 1/4 cup Sriracha Can swap with Louisiana-style hot sauce for different heat levels.
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar Notably more effective than apple cider or white balsamic vinegar.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use kosher salt for a clean taste.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Rhubarb Barbecue Sauce
  1. Begin by thoroughly rinsing your fresh rhubarb stalks under cool water, then chop them into small, even pieces about 1-inch long.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped rhubarb, sugar, sriracha, balsamic vinegar, and salt. Place over medium heat and stir until the sugar fully dissolves, about 5 minutes.
  3. Once the sugar has dissolved, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 20-30 minutes, stirring regularly.
  4. After cooking, let the Rhubarb Barbecue Sauce cool in the pot for about 10-15 minutes before transferring into an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Taste adjustments can be made by modifying sweetness and heat levels. This sauce freezes beautifully for up to 6 months.

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