Description
This Strawberry Cabernet Barbecue Sauce is a perfect balance of tangy sweetness and rich depth, ideal for summer grilling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons Canola Oil
- 1 medium Onion, Chopped
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper, Freshly Ground
- 3/4 cup Strawberries, Trimmed and Quartered
- 1 cup Cabernet Sauvignon
- 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
- 1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup
- 2 cloves Garlic, Chopped
- 1 Jalapeño Seeded and Diced
Instructions
- Heat the canola oil in a saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté for about 3-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the quartered strawberries and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Pour in the Cabernet Sauvignon and apple cider vinegar, mixing well.
- Add the sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, maple syrup, chopped garlic, and diced jalapeño. Stir until combined.
- Let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then allow to cool before using.
Notes
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Always use fresh strawberries for the best outcome.
- Feel free to swap Cabernet Sauvignon with another red wine.
- Lemon juice can be used instead of apple cider vinegar.
- Reduce sugar or use honey for a natural sweetening option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Strawberry Cabernet Barbecue Sauce, Barbecue Sauce, Summer Grilling