This homemade, straight from the farm, wild Blackberry Barbecue Sauce is a must-try for all sauce enthusiasts. It is unique, sweet, spicy and tastes great with a variety of foods!
1tablespoonsriracha sauceomit or reduce amount for less spice*
½tablespoongarlicminced
¼teaspoonsaltor to taste preferences
¼teaspoonpepperor to taste preferences
Instructions
To a medium sized saucepot add the blackberries and water. Bring to a rolling boil and then reduce to medium heat.
Using a silicone spatula, smash the blackberries until they are well broken down. Continue simmering and smashing the berries for 5 to 10 minutes. NOTE: During this time the blackberries will steep with the water and create a flavorful blackberry liquid base.
Remove from heat. Using a fine mesh sieve remove the seeds from the blackberry liquid base.
Discard the seeds and pour the blackberry liquid base back into the medium sized saucepot.
Add the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sriracha sauce, finely minced garlic, salt, and black pepper (to your taste preferences).
As the mixture is brought to a rolling boil, continue to stir until all the ingredients are well combined.
Reduce heat to a medium low simmer and allow the barbecue sauce to thicken for 20 to 30 miutes. Be sure to stir it in 5 to 10 minute increments or it will stick and burn to the saucepot.NOTE: The barbecue sauce will be done when you run your finger up the silicone spatula and the sauce does not fill back into the space you trace.
Remove the Blackberry BBQ Sauce from heat and allow it to slightly cool before pouring it into a clean glass jar or airtight container.
Store in the refrigerator for up to one month.NOTE: Refrigerate overnight prior to serving. This helps the barbecue sauce to set up and amplify in flavor.
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Notes
*Omitting the Sriracha Sauce:
So you don’t miss out on the smokey flavor profile of sriracha, you can add a 1/4 teaspoon of liquid smoke or even 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika.
Substituting for Fresh Blackberries:
BLACKBERRY PRESERVES OR JAM. Taste test it prior and reduce the amount of added brown sugar by half or even more. Skip steps 1-4 and add all the ingredients to a saucepan.
FROZEN BLACKBERRIES. Add them to saucepot with half the amount of water and follow the directions as written.