Spicy Strawberry BBQ Sauce

Sweet strawberry preserves join spicy seasonings in this easy, summer-friendly BBQ sauce that perfectly complements a variety of grilled dishes.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 143 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• kosher salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup light brown sugar
• 1.5 cups strawberry preserves
• 1.25 cups tomato puree
• 0.5 cup pomegranate-infused red wine vinegar (such as Pompeian®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine strawberry preserves, tomato puree, vinegar, sugar, chili powder, red pepper flakes, cumin, cayenne, and black pepper in a medium pot. Whisk to remove any lumps.

Step 2

Bring strawberry mixture to a slow simmer over medium-low heat. Cook until sauce evenly coats the back of a metal spoon and is glossy, about 30 minutes, whisking frequently; never allow the bottom of the pot to scorch. Season with kosher salt.

Step 3

Remove sauce from heat and let cool before transferring to a tightly sealed quart-sized container.