Citrus Bar-B-Que Sauce

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Servings: 5 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant, tangy sauce blending sweet citrus notes with warm chile heat.
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Citrus Bar-B-Que Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 5 Calories: 10.0

Description

This Citrus Bar-B-Que Sauce offers a refreshing twist on traditional barbecue flavors, combining the bright acidity of orange, lime, and lemon juices with the earthy depth of ancho chiles. The subtle heat from ground red chiles and red pepper adds a gentle kick, while snipped fresh cilantro provides a fragrant finish. Perfect for brushing onto grilled vegetables, tofu, or seitan, this vegan-friendly sauce brings a glossy, flavorful glaze to any plant-based meal. Its balanced sweet-and-sour profile makes it ideal for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners. Simmered to perfection, the sauce develops a rich texture that clings beautifully to food without overpowering the natural flavors of your ingredients.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Finely chop the large onion and prepare the ancho chile by removing seeds and chopping finely.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion, 1 tablespoon ground red chiles, 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper, and the prepared ancho chile to the pan.
  4. Saut&# 195;© the mixture, stirring frequently, until the onion becomes tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup lime juice, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon snipped fresh cilantro, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  7. Simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  8. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving or storing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 10.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 2.3g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugars 1.1g
Protein 0.3g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: citrus, barbecue, sauce, vegan, glaze, orange, lime, chile, ancho, grilling, marinade, plant-based, spicy, tangy, homemade, condiment
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