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Rhubarb BBQ Sauce

Prep Time:

15 minutes

Cook Time:

25-30 minutes

Serves:

3-4 cups

Level:

Beginner

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil1 medium onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 c. rhubarb, chopped

  • 1/2 c. brown sugar

  • 1/2 c. water

  • 1/2 c. ketchup

  • 3 Tbsp. molasses

  • 2 Tbsp. cider vinegar

  • 2 Tbsp. worcestershire

  • 1 Tbsp. dijon mustard

  • 1/4 tsp. salt

  • 1 tsp. hot sauce

  • 1/4 tsp. ground allspice

  • 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

  • 1/4 tsp. ground chipotle pepper

  • 1/2 tsp. paprika

  • 1/4 tsp. cinnamon

Preparation

  1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

  2. Add onion and cook until softened, stirring occasionally, 3-4 minutes.

  3. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 more seconds.

  4. Add in all remaining ingredients and whisk until combined.

  5. When the sauce starts to bubble, lower heat to medium-low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently, until rhubarb is tender.

  6. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes.

  7. Transfer contents of pan to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. If you feel your sauce is too thick, thin out with water, 1 tsp. at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.

  8. Taste and adjust salt/pepper/seasonings as desired.

  9. Store in covered container in the refrigerator.

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