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Thick fruity BBQ sauce made with apricots in a mason jar

Apricot Barbecue Sauce

A sweet, tangy fruit forward Apricot Barbecue Sauce that is easy to make using apricot jam and a handful of pantry staples. Perfect brushed on grilled chicken, pork or salmon.
*Quick Note Before You Dive In: This recipe card covers the basics, but if you want to know how to customize the sweetness or turn it into a glaze,scroll back up! Everything you need for foolproof results is in the post.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Condiments, Dips, Sauces & Dressings
Cuisine American
Servings 16 makes about 2 cups
Calories 41 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 16.5-ounce (468g) jar apricot jam
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon optional

Equipment

Instructions
 

  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the apricot preserves, tomato paste, and honey. Stir until fully combined. The mixture will be thick.
  • Add the apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, water, and bourbon (if using). Whisk until smooth.
  • Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and glossy.
  • Remove from the heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly. Transfer to a heatproof glass jar or airtight container.
  • Use immediately or refrigerate until needed.

Notes:

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and provided as an estimate. It is not intended as a substitute for professional dietary advice

Nutrition

Serving: 38gCalories: 41kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 0.2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 38mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 158IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword apricot glaze, easy bbq sauce, fruity barbecue sauce, make ahead, pantry staples, quick recipe, sauce for grilling, summer recipe, sweet and savory
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