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Apricot Ancho Barbecue Glaze Recipe

Experience a flavor explosion with this low-cholesterol, low-fat, and gluten-free Apricot Ancho Barbecue Glaze! Created by the Culinary Institute of America, this recipe expertly balances the earthy depth of ancho chilies with the sweetness of apricots. Perfect for grilling, basting, or as a dipping sauce, this vibrant glaze is sure to become a new favorite. Prepare to impress your taste buds!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 355.6 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apricot Ancho Barbecue Glaze

  • 4 slices bacon
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
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  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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  • Salt, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more to taste
  • 1 cup dried apricots

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How to Make Apricot Ancho Barbecue Glaze

  1. Dice 4 slices of bacon into small pieces. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until almost crisp (approximately 4 minutes).
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, to the skillet and sauté until browned (approximately 5 minutes).
  3. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté until fragrant (approximately 1 minute).
  4. Stir in 1 cup dried apricots, 1 (7 ounce) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the apricots are very soft and the sauce has thickened (approximately 10 minutes).
  6. Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Carefully transfer the sauce to a blender and secure the lid tightly. Vent the lid slightly if necessary.
  8. Blend on low speed, gradually increasing to high, until the sauce is relatively smooth (approximately 30 seconds).
  9. Your delicious Apricot Ancho Barbecue Glaze is ready to use! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

74 g

Sugar

242g

Fat

9g

Carbs

24g

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