Smoked Chicken Salad

This vibrant sauce transforms simple grilled meats into a restaurant-quality dish with its complex blend of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors. By pureeing ripe fruit like peaches or berries and simmering them with ketchup, lemon juice, and a hint of liquid smoke, you create a glossy, flavorful glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. The acidity cuts through the richness of the meat, while the natural sugars provide a beautiful char. It is an excellent choice for summer barbecues, backyard grilling parties, or as a finishing sauce for roasted poultry. Simple to whip up with pantry staples, this versatile condiment adds depth and brightness to any meal, making it a favorite for both novice cooks and seasoned grill masters alike.

Cooking Method: Grilling, Smoking, Stewing

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 81.4

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This vibrant sauce transforms simple grilled meats into a restaurant-quality dish with its complex blend of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors. By pureeing ripe fruit like peaches or berries and simmering them with ketchup, lemon juice, and a hint of liquid smoke, you create a glossy, flavorful glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. The acidity cuts through the richness of the meat, while the natural sugars provide a beautiful char. It is an excellent choice for summer barbecues, backyard grilling parties, or as a finishing sauce for roasted poultry. Simple to whip up with pantry staples, this versatile condiment adds depth and brightness to any meal, making it a favorite for both novice cooks and seasoned grill masters alike.

Ingredients

1/2 cup Ripe fresh fruit, smashed
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons salad oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke

Directions

1
Puree the ripe fresh fruit until smooth.
2
In a small saucepan, combine the fruit puree, sugar, ketchup, lemon juice, salad oil, salt, and grated lemon peel.
3
Stir in the liquid smoke.
4
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
5
Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
6
Remove from heat and brush over chicken, pork, or lamb while grilling.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 81.4kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.6g12%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2437.9mg102%
Total Carbohydrate 4.1g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 2.3g
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.

Note

If using peaches, add a dash of allspice to enhance the flavor.

This sauce works well on chicken, pork, or lamb.

If grilling over wood coals, you may omit the liquid smoke as the wood will provide the smoky flavor.

If grilling over gas (e.g., Lazy-Q), the liquid smoke is recommended to improve the flavor profile.

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