Watermelon Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Elevate your grilling game with this unbelievably delicious Watermelon Barbecue Sauce! The surprisingly sweet and subtly smoky flavor of watermelon creates a unique glaze, perfect for beef, ribs, pork, or chicken. This recipe is easy to follow and yields a vibrant sauce that's both unforgettable and impressive. Grill master or beginner, prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 502.1 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Watermelon Barbecue Sauce

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Watermelon Barbecue Sauce

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How to Make Watermelon Barbecue Sauce

  1. Cut 4 cups of seedless watermelon into 1-inch chunks.
  2. Place watermelon chunks in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes, or until the watermelon has softened and broken down into a chunky sauce.
  3. Add 1 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to the saucepan.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 1 hour and 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool completely to room temperature before using. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
  6. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

491g

Fat

0g

Carbs

43g