Plum Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Elevate your grilling game with this vibrant Plum Barbecue Sauce! Inspired by Cooking Light, this zesty sauce boasts smoky sweetness and a touch of tang. Perfect for brushing onto grilled chicken, pork tenderloin, burgers, or slow-cooked pork and beef roasts. The smoky chipotle chile powder option adds a delicious kick! Get ready for mouthwatering flavor in just 35 minutes.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 311.9 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Plum Barbecue Sauce

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How to Make Plum Barbecue Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup plum preserves, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika (or 1 teaspoon chipotle powder), 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Uncover and simmer for another 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
  6. Transfer the cooled sauce to a food processor or blender.
  7. Process until completely smooth.
  8. Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy!
  9. Serving size: 2 tablespoons

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

58 g

Sugar

262g

Fat

0g

Carbs

25g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Plum Barbecue Sauce?

Plum Barbecue Sauce takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Plum Barbecue Sauce?

Plum Barbecue Sauce has approximately 311.9 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Plum Barbecue Sauce?

The key ingredients for Plum Barbecue Sauce are Plums, Ketchup, Shallot, Maple Syrup, Red Wine Vinegar, Smoked Paprika. See the full list with measurements above.

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