Strawberry Ancho Pepper BBQ Sauce

This unique BBQ sauce combines ripe strawberries with smoky ancho peppers, creating a sweet and spicy flavor profile perfect for grilling. The sauce is versatile and can be used on a variety of meats or as a dipping sauce.

The recipe is simple to follow and requires minimal ingredients, making it an excellent choice for summer barbecues or any outdoor gathering.

Delicious Strawberry Ancho Pepper BBQ Sauce Recipe

This BBQ sauce features fresh strawberries blended with smoky ancho peppers, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and heat. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and yields approximately 2 cups of sauce.

Ingredients

• 2 cups ripe strawberries, hulled and halved
• 1-2 smoked ancho peppers, seeds removed and chopped
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. Prepare the Strawberries: In a blender, combine the hulled strawberries and chopped ancho peppers. Blend until smooth.
2. Cook the Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil. Pour in the strawberry and pepper mixture, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
4. Cool and Store: Remove from heat and let the sauce cool. Once cooled, transfer it to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
5. Serve: Use the sauce to baste grilled meats or as a dipping sauce for appetizers.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes

• Servings: 2 cups
• Calories: 50kcal
• Fat: 1g
• Protein: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 12g