Blue BBQ Sauce Recipe
The Blue BBQ Sauce Recipe delivers a rich, fruity character balanced by gentle smokiness, mild sweetness, subtle tang, and a light touch of spice.Dried blueberries create a deep colour and smooth body, while tomato ketchup provides a familiar barbecue foundation.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon
- Whisk
- Blender or immersion blender
- Glass jar with lid for storage
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup tomato ketchup
- ½ cup dried blueberries finely minced
- ¼ cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1
- Place water, ketchup, minced dried blueberries, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, sriracha, and liquid smoke into a medium saucepan. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
Step 2
- Set the pan over medium heat. Stir frequently while bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer, preventing the sugar from sticking to the bottom.
Step 3
- Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 20 minutes. Continue stirring occasionally as the blueberries soften and the sauce naturally thickens.
Step 4
- Taste the mixture before adding salt and black pepper. Blend until smooth if a silky consistency is preferred, or leave slightly chunky for extra texture.
Step 5
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool completely. Transfer it into a clean glass jar, seal tightly, and refrigerate before serving.
Notes
Recipe Note: For a richer blueberry taste, allow the sauce to rest in the refrigerator for several hours before serving. The resting period helps the ingredients blend naturally, producing a smoother texture and deeper overall taste.
This blue BBQ sauce recipe also thickens slightly as it cools, making it excellent for brushing onto grilled foods or serving as a dipping sauce.