Plum Barbecue Sauce

This vibrant plum barbecue sauce offers a unique twist on traditional BBQ flavors, combining the natural sweetness of purple plums with the zesty kick of chile sauce and Dijon mustard. The sauce has a smooth, glossy texture that coats meats beautifully, providing a balance of fruity sweetness and mild heat. It is an excellent choice for glazing chicken thighs, pork chops, or even tofu during the last few minutes of grilling or roasting. The addition of lemonade adds a bright citrus note that cuts through the richness, making it a refreshing accompaniment to hearty summer meals. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this sauce keeps well in the fridge for quick weeknight dinners.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Stewing

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 340.0

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This vibrant plum barbecue sauce offers a unique twist on traditional BBQ flavors, combining the natural sweetness of purple plums with the zesty kick of chile sauce and Dijon mustard. The sauce has a smooth, glossy texture that coats meats beautifully, providing a balance of fruity sweetness and mild heat. It is an excellent choice for glazing chicken thighs, pork chops, or even tofu during the last few minutes of grilling or roasting. The addition of lemonade adds a bright citrus note that cuts through the richness, making it a refreshing accompaniment to hearty summer meals. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this sauce keeps well in the fridge for quick weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

1/4 cup Onion; Chopped, 1 small
1/4 cup Butter Or Margarine
1/4 cup Chile Sauce
2 teaspoon Mustard; Dijon-style
16 1/2 ounce Purple Plums; 1 can, *
6 ounce Frozen Lemonade; Thawed,1 can

Directions

1
Drain the canned purple plums, pit them if necessary, and chop them finely.
2
Heat the butter or margarine in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat.
3
Add the chopped onion to the melted butter and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 2 minutes.
4
Stir in the chopped plums, chile sauce, Dijon mustard, and thawed lemonade.
5
Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
6
Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 340.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.3g19%
Saturated Fat 3.5g18%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 253.8mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 61.6g21%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g42%
Sugars 45.8g
Protein 5.2g11%

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

Note

Storage: Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or frozen for up to 3 months.

Substitutions: You can substitute fresh plums for canned, though you may need to adjust the cooking time as fresh plums are firmer. Honey or maple syrup can be added if a sweeter profile is desired.

Usage: This sauce is excellent for basting grilled chicken, pork ribs, or tofu. It can also be served as a dipping sauce for sandwiches.

Keywords: plum, barbecue, sauce, glaze, fruity, sweet, tangy, chile, mustard, onion, butter, lemonade, grilling, vegetarian, easy, summer, condiment, homemade, fruit, recipe

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