Delicious Homemade Caribbean BBQ Sauce

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Delicious Homemade Caribbean BBQ Sauce
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 25, 2024

This Caribbean BBQ Sauce is perfect for adding a taste of the islands to your barbecue. Made with a blend of flavorful spices, sweet tropical fruit, and tangy vinegar, this sauce is a true crowd-pleaser. Whether you're grilling chicken, pork, or beef, this sauce will take your BBQ to the next level. So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy a taste of the Caribbean!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, pineapple juice, minced garlic, allspice, cinnamon, ginger, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
  6. Once cooled, transfer the sauce to a blender and blend until smooth.
  7. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  8. Pour the sauce into a jar or container and refrigerate until ready to use.
  9. Before serving, garnish the sauce with chopped fresh cilantro.
  10. Use the Caribbean BBQ sauce to marinate and baste your favorite meats before grilling.
  11. Enjoy the delicious flavors of the Caribbean!

Interesting Facts

  • The Caribbean is known for its vibrant flavors and unique spice blends.
  • Allspice, also known as pimento, is a key ingredient in Caribbean cuisine.
  • Caribbean BBQ sauce can be used as a marinade, basting sauce, or dipping sauce.
  • Adding brown sugar and pineapple juice gives this sauce a hint of sweetness.
  • Cinnamon and ginger add warmth and depth of flavor to the sauce.
  • This sauce pairs well with chicken, pork, and beef.