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Strawberry Jalapeno Bourbon BBQ Sauce

Sweet & Spicy Strawberry Jalapeno Bourbon BBQ Sauce Delight

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This Strawberry Jalapeno Bourbon BBQ Sauce transforms barbecues with its sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for enhancing any dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 24 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 8 oz
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups strawberries fresh or frozen, ripe for best flavor
  • 1-2 jalapenos adjust quantity based on spice tolerance
  • 1 medium onion yellow or white for flavor enhancement
  • 1 cup brown sugar can swap for honey if desired
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar important for balance and preservation
  • 1/4 cup bourbon for complexity; use apple juice for a non-alcoholic alternative
  • 1 pinch salt use sparingly for flavor enhancement
  • to taste spices (optional) like smoked paprika or chili powder

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • large pot
  • Canning jars
  • Canning funnel
  • Jar lifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the ingredients by rinsing strawberries, de-seeding jalapenos, and chopping onion.
  2. Blend the mixture in a food processor until a finely blended puree is achieved.
  3. Combine the puree with brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, bourbon, and salt in a large pot.
  4. Cook over medium-high heat, bringing to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
  5. Sterilize canning jars in boiling water for 10 minutes while the sauce simmers.
  6. Ladle the hot sauce into prepared jars, leaving space at the top.
  7. Seal and process the jars in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes.
  8. Cool the jars for 24 hours undisturbed for sealing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ozCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 70mgPotassium: 45mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Wear gloves when handling jalapenos, and label jars with the date after canning.

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