This Plum-Chipotle Barbecue Sauce blends sweet and smoky flavors for a unique twist on classic BBQ sauce. It combines ripe plums, smoky chipotle peppers, and a hint of brown sugar for a perfect balance. Use it on ribs, chicken, or pulled pork for a deliciously bold flavor.
Pair this sauce with grilled vegetables, cornbread, or a fresh coleslaw. These sides enhance the rich and tangy taste of the sauce.
When preparing, simmer the sauce slowly to let the flavors meld together. Stir frequently to avoid burning and ensure a smooth texture. Adjust the chipotle to your heat preference.
Enjoy the sweet and spicy kick of this Plum-Chipotle Barbecue Sauce with your favorite grilled dishes.
Plum-Chipotle Barbecue Sauce
This sweet and smoky barbecue sauce is made with ripe plums and spicy chipotle peppers for a unique and delicious addition to any grilled dish.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Blender or food processor
- Fine mesh strainer
- Whisk
- Mason jar or airtight container
Ingredients
- 4 ripe plums - pitted and chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic - minced
- 1 small onion - chopped
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce - chopped
- 1/4 cup of ketchup
- 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of water
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the plums, garlic, onion, chipotle pepper, ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour in the water and mix everything together.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Pour the sauce into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the sauce to remove any chunks or seeds.
- Pour the sauce back into the saucepan and bring it to a simmer over low heat for a few minutes to thicken.
- Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Pour the barbecue sauce into a mason jar or airtight container and store in the fridge until ready to use.
Notes
For a spicier sauce, add more chipotle pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
You can use fresh or frozen plums for this recipe. This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to a week. If you don’t have a blender or food processor, you can use an immersion blender to blend the sauce directly in the saucepan. This sauce is not only great on grilled meats, but it also makes a delicious dipping sauce for fries, veggies, or even spread on sandwiches.
You can use fresh or frozen plums for this recipe. This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to a week. If you don’t have a blender or food processor, you can use an immersion blender to blend the sauce directly in the saucepan. This sauce is not only great on grilled meats, but it also makes a delicious dipping sauce for fries, veggies, or even spread on sandwiches.
Nutrition
Calories: 60kcal
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