CHERRY CHIPOTLE BBQ SAUCE
This cherry chipotle BBQ sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and smoky. If you're looking for a cherry BBQ sauce that delivers bold flavor, this is it!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 15 ounce can of tomato sauce (plain and unseasoned)
- 1/2 cup pitted cherries fresh or frozen
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or sugar-free brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1-2 teaspoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add the tomato sauce, pitted cherries, sweetener, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, chopped chipotle peppers in adobo, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to a large high-powered blender.
- Thoroughly blend the ingredients until the mixture is completely smooth.
- Pour the BBQ sauce mixture into a saucepan and simmer it over low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. It helps the flavors meld and allows the sauce to slightly thicken.
- Remove the BBQ sauce from the heat and let it cool to room temperature before using, or serve it warm if you prefer.
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Notes
- Use Plain Tomato Sauce: Make sure to use unseasoned, plain tomato sauce, not marinara or pasta sauce.
- Adjust the Heat: Start with one teaspoon of chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and add another teaspoon if you prefer it spicier.
- Vinegar Swap: You can use apple cider vinegar instead of red wine vinegar.
- Cherries: Both fresh and frozen cherries work well. Just make sure they’re pitted before using.
Nutrition
Calories: 51kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 313mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g