Blueberry Bourbon Barbecue Sauce

Add-Ins and Substitutions

You can use any balsamic vinegar but make sure it is of good quality. If you can, find one that is SOS-free (sugar, oil, and salt) all the better. California Balsamic has a Huckleberry Vinegar that is SOS-free. I have also made this recipe with their Pomegranate Vinegar and it was a big hit!

A great substitute for molasses is maple syrup or agave. If you don’t have smoked paprika you can use chipotle or chili powder. A good replacement for tamari is Bragg’s Amino Liquids. And lastly, if you don’t have any tomato paste on hand, you can use ketchup but make sure it is low in fructose.

Storing

This is a great Sunday batch cooking item for use during the week. Simply cool and pop into a container, then refrigerator, for up to 1 month.

Nutrition 411

Blueberries contain dietary fiber, which helps your digestive system run smoothly. The fruit is also an excellent source of manganese and vitamins C and K1. They also provide small amounts of copper, as well as vitamins E and B6. Blueberries are low in calories and fat. They’re mainly made up of carbs and water but also contain a decent amount of fiber. They are rich in beneficial plant compounds and antioxidants — especially anthocyanins — which may account for many of their health benefits. Blueberries may decrease your risk of heart disease, boost brain health, lower blood sugar levels, and improve insulin sensitivity. (Trusted source)

Blueberry Bourbon BBQ Sauce

Donna Spencer

Finally a sweet tangy BBQ sauce you don't have to feel guilty about dipping, drizzling or slathering on just about anything! It is a great sauce for grilled veggies but is an amazing condiment on veggie paninis, mixed in with jackfruit for BBQ sliders, or added to baked beans.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories 35 kcal

Equipment

• Blender
• Meduim Sauce Pan

Ingredients

  

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• 2 cups Blueberries fresh or frozen
• 1/4 cup Huckleberry or Pomegrante Balsamic Vinegar
• 1/4 cup Bourbon
• 1/4 cup Red Onion chopped
• 1/4 cup Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoons Molasses
• 2 cloves Garlic roughly chopped
• 1 teaspoon Gluten-free tamari soy sauce or Braggs Amino Liquids
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 2 Small or 1 large bay leaf

Instructions

 

• Combine everything into a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until it boils.
  
• Lower the heat and allow the mixture to simmer 15 minutes, just until the sauce starts thickening and the berries burst. Stir occasionally.
  
• Kill the heat and allow the mix to cool to room temperature. Remove bay leave(s).
  
• Empty the contents into a blender or food processor in 2 or 3 batches. Puree until the mix you have a proper-looking BBQ sauce.
  

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcal

Keyword BBQ, blueberries, blueberry, bourbon, grill, red onion