Loquaci Family’s Secret Ingredient BBQ Sauce Recipe
This incredibly flavorful BBQ sauce recipe makes a perfect complement to virtually anything you put it on. The deep flavor comes from a not-so-secret ingredient. At least it’s not a secret to those who know grilling enthusiasts and California farmers Dave and Joan Loquaci – anyone who eats at their home knows California prunes could be on the menu, since their family grows lots of them. This easy BBQ Sauce recipe is perfect for grilled meats, on pulled chicken or pork, as a dipping sauce, or anything you'd use barbeque sauce for!
Ingredients
- 1 TBSP olive oil
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup prune purée
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 3 TBSP Worcestershire
- 1 TBSP yellow mustard
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup water
- 4 TBSP butter ½ cube
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, add all ingredients (except butter) and mix well.
- Start at medium heat for about 5 minutes, then reduce heat to low until it thickens – about 45 minutes to an hour.
- Stir in the butter, remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
Store sealed in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 121kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 348mgPotassium: 272mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 374IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 1mg