Spice Up Your Grilling with Raspberry Hot Barbecue Sauce

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Spice Up Your Grilling with Raspberry Hot Barbecue Sauce
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 10, 2024

Add a burst of flavor to your grilled dishes with this delightful Raspberry Hot Barbecue Sauce. This recipe combines the sweetness of raspberries with the heat of chili peppers to create a unique and delicious sauce that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Whether you're grilling chicken, pork, or vegetables, this sauce is a perfect accompaniment. It's easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients. Get ready to elevate your barbecue game with this sweet and spicy twist on classic barbecue sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the raspberries, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, jalapeno pepper, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, until it thickens slightly and the raspberries break down.
  4. Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
  5. Transfer the sauce to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
  6. If you prefer a smoother sauce, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any seeds or solids.
  7. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or honey if needed.
  8. Let the sauce cool completely before using or storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  9. Brush the Raspberry Hot Barbecue Sauce onto your grilled chicken, pork, or vegetables during the last few minutes of cooking.
  10. Serve any remaining sauce on the side for dipping.

Interesting Facts

  • Raspberries are not only delicious but also packed with antioxidants that are good for your health.
  • The combination of sweet raspberries and spicy jalapenos gives this sauce a perfect balance of flavors.
  • This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, so you can make a batch in advance and use it whenever you're ready to grill.
  • Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less jalapeno pepper.
  • You can also use frozen raspberries if fresh ones are not available. Just thaw them before using in the sauce.