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Peach BBQ Sauce

Homemade Peach BBQ Sauce for Summer Grilling Adventures

This homemade Peach BBQ Sauce brings vibrant flavor to your summer grilling and elevates your favorites with its sweet and smoky essence.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 cup Yellow Onion Diced; shallots can be used as a milder option
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is recommended
For the Sauce
  • 4 cups Fresh Peaches Diced; canned can be used
  • 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar Can substitute with white vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with white sugar
  • 1/4 cup Molasses Honey can be a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be used as a replacement
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Can swap with yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika with liquid smoke can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to spice preference
  • to taste Salt Enhances flavors
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground is best
  • as needed cups Water or Peach Nectar Helps to achieve desired sauce consistency

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes translucent and soft. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute.
  2. Add 4 cups of diced fresh peaches, 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar, 1/3 cup of light brown sugar, 1/4 cup of Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Cook for 20-25 minutes.
  3. Remove the skillet from heat and use an immersion blender to purée the sauce until smooth. Return to low heat and stir in water or peach nectar as needed. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Let the sauce cool before transferring to an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSodium: 210mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Peach BBQ Sauce can be stored for up to 2-3 weeks in the fridge or frozen for up to three months. Always taste before serving to adjust seasonings as needed.

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