Sweet And Sour Bbq Sauce

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Servings: 1 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, tangy glaze with deep savory notes perfect for grilling
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Sweet And Sour Bbq Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 367.4

Description

This homemade sweet and sour BBQ sauce offers a complex flavor profile that far surpasses store-bought alternatives. By slow-cooking aromatic onions, garlic, and fresh ginger in red wine, you create a deeply savory base that is both robust and bright. The addition of citrus juices from oranges, limes, and lemons provides a sharp acidity that cuts through the sweetness of the malt and molasses. This sauce is incredibly versatile, making it an ideal marinade for tough cuts of beef or a glossy glaze for grilled chicken and pork. The warm spices, including cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg, add a subtle exotic warmth that lingers on the palate. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a finishing sauce for roasted vegetables, this recipe delivers a balanced harmony of sweet, sour, and spicy notes. It thickens beautifully as it simmers, coating your food in a rich, appetizing sheen that promises a memorable dining experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-low heat.
  2. Add the chopped onions, minced garlic, and peeled, finely chopped ginger root to the pan.
  3. Saut&# 195;© the aromatics slowly, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Do not brown.
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste and create a roux.
  5. Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Add the orange, lime, and lemon juice, soy sauce, capers, malt vinegar (or liquid), molasses, mustard, and chili sauce or Tabasco.
  7. Stir in the ground nutmeg, cardamom, cloves, allspice, and black pepper.
  8. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.
  9. Cook uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or acid if needed before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 367.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.8g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 33.8mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 64.0g22%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g29%
Sugars 14.3g
Protein 9.8g20%

* 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: bbq sauce, sweet and sour, grilling, marinade, red wine sauce, garlic, ginger, onion, citrus, molasses, vegan, american cuisine, homemade sauce, spice blend, tangy, savory
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