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Apple whisky BBQ sauce

70 minsServes 8Ingredients:1/2 tbsp olive oil50g butter1 big apple, such as jazz or pink lady peeled and diced1 brown onion, diced2 cloves garlic, diced⅓ cup ACV3/4 cup whisky1 cup ketchup¾ cup brown sugar1 tsp smoked paprika½ tsp nutmeg4 cloves½ tsp cinnamon½ tsp salt½ tsp pepper
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Apple whisky BBQ sauce.

Serves 8| Ready in 1 hrs 10 mins
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Deliciously rich and complex with the sweetness of caramelised apple, aromatic spices and the deep hum of whisky cutting through it all, this sauce is a BBQ crowd pleaser.

Apple whisky BBQ sauce.

Meet pulled pork's best friend. This apple whisky BBQ sauce is the perfect accompaniment to any pork dish, especially pulled pork like this epic pulled pork recipe. But also works well with other meats like a brisket or even side vegetarian dishes, you’ll basically be looking for ways to add it into everything.

I have created this recipe to be ready to serve in just over an hour, but to get a deeper amber sauce colour, you could extend the apple and onion caramelization (step 1) another 20-30 minutes, cooking low and slow until it’s all darkened and caramely, and then continue on, when it’s blended you get a deeper colour and flavour.

Store in an airtight container or jar for 1 - 2 weeks, if it lasts that long.

What you need to make Apple whisky BBQ sauce

A selection of ingredients including apple, onion, ketchup, garlic, whisky, oil, butter, apple cider vinegar, sugar and spices
Olive oil and butter
the combination give a nice result
Apple
such as jazz or pink lady, or your favourite cooking apple
Brown onion
Red onion would also work
Garlic
for a hearty flavour
Apple cider vinegar
because every good BBQ needs a tang element
Whisky
the flavour kick
Ketchup
a BBQ sauce essential
Brown sugar
for a deep sweetness
Spices
Smoked paprika, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon
Salt & pepper
to balance

How to make Apple whisky BBQ sauce

Apple and onion cooking
1. Saute ingredients

In a medium pot, add olive oil and butter, melt together then add apples, onion and garlic, cook on a medium heat for about 5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.

Sauce Ingredients added to apple and onion
2. Add liquids and aromatics

Add remaining ingredients, stir and let simmer on a low heat, covered for 45 minutes

Cooked ingredients adding to a blender
3. Blend

Blend together in a food processor or with an immersion blender until pureed. If using something like a Nutri bullet, ensure the mixture has cooled completely before blending.

Adding BBQ sauce to a jar
4. Store

Pour into a jar and enjoy immediately or store in the refrigerator for 1- 2 weeks. Freeze if wanting to use it at a later date.

Watch how to make Apple whisky BBQ sauce

Frequently asked questions & tips for Apple whisky BBQ sauce.

How long will it keep in the fridge?
1-2 weeks
Can this BBQ sauce be frozen?
Yes! Just cool it completely before freezing
What if I don’t want to use alcohol?
Substitute with apple juice, and reduce the brown sugar to ½ cup as it will be quite sweet!
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Apple whisky BBQ sauce.

Cook Time
1 hrs
Prep Time
10 mins
Serves
8
Deliciously rich and complex with the sweetness of caramelised apple, aromatic spices and the deep hum of whisky cutting through it all, this sauce is a BBQ crowd pleaser.
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 50g butter
  • 1 big apple, such as jazz or pink lady peeled and diced
  • 1 brown onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, diced
  • ⅓ cup ACV
  • 3/4 cup whisky
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • 4 cloves
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
Category - Sauces
Cuisine - American inspired
Skill Level - Super easy
Other categories -
Sauces
Nutritional information
Calories 231.4 kcal12%
Carbohydrates 31.3 g10%
Sodium 465.2 mg20%
Magnesium 9.7 mg2%
Protein 0.8 g2%
Sugar 27.2 g30%
Calcium 32.3 mg3%
Vitamin A 9%
Fat 6.1 g9%
Fiber 0.6 g3%
Iron 0.4 mg2%
Vitamin C 3%

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