Sweet and Smoky Apricot BBQ Sauce
A sweet and smoky BBQ sauce featuring dried apricots. Perfect for slathering on ribs, chicken, or pork.
Ingredients
- β1 cup Dried apricotschopped
- β1 cup Tart cherrieschopped
- β1/2 cup Sweet onionchopped
- β2 tablespoons Smoky paprika
- β2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- 1
In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped apricots, cherries, onion, and paprika.
- 2
Blend until smooth.
- 3
Heat the apple cider vinegar in a saucepan over medium heat.
- 4
Add the blended mixture to the saucepan.
- 5
Whisk constantly and bring to a simmer.
- 6
Reduce the heat to low and let cook for 10-15 minutes.
- 7
Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any solids.
- 8
Return the sauce to the saucepan and let simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- 9
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- 10
Let cool to room temperature before transferring to an airtight container.
- 11
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.