Blueberry Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Experience a burst of flavor with this unique, tomato-less blueberry barbecue sauce! Sweet blueberries mingle with savory spices for a tangy glaze perfect for ribs, chicken, or even veggies. This easy slow-cooker recipe requires minimal prep and delivers maximum taste.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 510 mins
Calories 233.3 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Blueberry Barbecue Sauce

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How to Make Blueberry Barbecue Sauce

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté for 5 minutes, or until softened.
  3. Pour in 1/2 cup dry red wine and 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar.
  4. Bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker. Add 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/4 cup water.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  7. Carefully use an immersion blender to puree the sauce until smooth.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Let the sauce cool completely before transferring it to an airtight jar. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

148g

Fat

2g

Carbs

16g