Blueberry Barbecue Sauce
Blueberry BBQ sauce made in 30 minutes with blueberries, ketchup, and spices. Naturally thick, vegan-friendly, and better than store-bought.
Servings: 2 Cups
Calories: 334kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup brown sugar (light or dark brown sugar)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Simmer the base:
- In a medium saucepan, toss in all the ingredients together like, blueberries, ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and salt.
- Stir it together and bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Cook it down:
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring now and then.
- As the blueberries cook, they’ll burst and the sauce will thicken to a glossy consistency.
Blend it smooth:
- Take it off the heat. Use an immersion blender (or pour into a regular blender once it’s cooled a bit) and blend until smooth.
Serve:
- Enjoy as a glaze over ribs, grilled chicken, or use as a dipping sauce.
Notes
- Ingredient Swaps: Fresh or frozen blueberries both work. Use maple syrup instead of honey and soy sauce instead of Worcestershire to keep it vegan.
- Heat Level: This sauce is mild. Add cayenne, red pepper flakes, or hot sauce to make it hotter.
- Texture: The sauce thickens naturally as it cooks. Blend for a smooth sauce or leave it chunky.
- Storage & Reheating: Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months. Reheat gently and stir well.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, add water or vinegar. If it’s too tangy, add a little more sugar or honey.
Nutrition
Calories: 334kcal | Carbohydrates: 86g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 958mg | Potassium: 460mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 73g | Vitamin A: 888IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 2mg
