Copper River Barbeque Sauce Recipe

Elevate your grilled fish game with this incredible Copper River BBQ sauce! Originally designed for salmon, this recipe is perfect for bluefish, puppy drum, king mackerel, and Spanish mackerel. Imagine the smoky sweetness coating your perfectly grilled catch – a true taste of fall fishing. We've swapped canola oil for peanut oil for a richer flavor. Make a batch ahead of time and let it deepen in the fridge for an even more intense taste. Get ready for the ultimate grilling experience!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 782.2 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Copper River Barbeque Sauce

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How to Make Copper River Barbeque Sauce

  1. Finely chop 1 medium onion and 2 celery stalks. Sauté in 2 tablespoons of peanut oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until translucent (about 5-7 minutes).
  2. Add 1 cup ketchup, ½ cup apple cider vinegar, ¼ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste), and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor will become.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (or up to 5 days) to allow the flavors to meld. Baste generously onto your fish during grilling over indirect heat.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

169 g

Sugar

416g

Fat

13g

Carbs

38g