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Plum BBQ Sauce

Irresistibly Sweet Plum BBQ Sauce to Elevate Your Grilling Game

This Plum BBQ Sauce is a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for grilled meats or roasted veggies.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 ounces
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce Base
  • 2 cups chopped plums
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce optional
For Sweetness and Depth
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Plum BBQ Sauce
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic for about 5 minutes, until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
  2. Add chopped plums and all remaining ingredients including water, balsamic vinegar, molasses, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and the seasonings. Mix everything well.
  3. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a vigorous boil, then maintain a rolling boil for about 2 minutes.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
  5. Carefully use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until it reaches a smooth, velvety consistency.
  6. Taste your Plum BBQ Sauce and make any adjustments as needed, stirring well.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ounceCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose ripe plums for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness to taste and blend for desired texture.

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