Cherry Chipotle BBQ Sauce Recipe
This homemade chipotle-cherry barbecue sauce is a perfect addition to any smoked or grilled meats. A little fruity, a little spicy, a lot delicious.
Cherry Chipotle BBQ Sauce Recipe
Course: Sauce, CondimentCuisine: American, SouthernDifficulty: Easy
Servings
12
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
40
minutesIngredients
10 oz Tomato paste
1/3 cup White vinegar
1/3 cup Apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup Water
2 Chipotle peppers from can of “Chipotles in Adobo Sauce”
2 teaspoons Adobo sauce from can of “Chipotles in Adobo Sauce”
2 cups Pitted sweet cherries (frozen or fresh)
2 teaspoons Garlic powder
2 teaspoons Onion powder
1 teaspoon Black pepper
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
2 teaspoons Lime juice
2 Tablespoons Soy sauce
2 Tablespoons Brown sugar
2 Tablespoons Molasses
1 Tablespoon White sugar
Directions
- Combine all ingredients in a sauce pan. Whisk to thoroughly incorporate everything.
- Bring mixture to a low simmer over medium-low heat. Stir frequently so the sugars don’t scorch.
- After simmering a couple minutes, roughly mash up the cherries and chipotle peppers with a potato masher (optional).
- Once the sauce reaches the desired consistency, carefully transfer to a blender. Puree in blender until completely smooth.
- Transfer sauce to a mason jar or other sealable container. For storage, cool to room temperature and store in refrigerator.
Notes
- If you want a spicier BBQ sauce, add extra chipotle peppers and/or Adobo sauce.
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