Pomegranate Barbecue Sauce

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 13

Sweet and Tangy Pomegranate Barbecue Sauce Recipe

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

16g

Fat

0.5g

Bring some zing to your next cookout with this flavorful Pomegranate Barbecue sauce. Perfect for glazing your favorite meats, this recipe combines sweet ketchup and pomegranate molasses with chipotle chile and adobo sauce for a unique, smoky flavor. Enjoy this tangy sauce with grilled meats, burgers, or even tofu for a tasty, healthier alternative to store-bought barbecue sauce.

Instructions

1.	Heat a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
2.	Add the onion and cook until just softened, about 3 minutes.
3.	Add the ketchup, pomegranate molasses, chipotle chile, adobo sauce, sugar, and 1/2 cup water.
4.	Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

PROS

This homemade Pomegranate Barbecue Sauce has a unique, tangy flavor that will make any grilled meat taste incredible.

Made from simple, wholesome ingredients, this recipe is healthier than store-bought sauces that are often laden with preservatives and additives.

CONS

This sauce may not be suited for those who do not enjoy sweet, tangy flavors.

Some people may find the use of pomegranate molasses and chipotle chile to be too strong for their tastes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pomegranate molasses, the main ingredient in this sauce, is rich in antioxidants and has been linked to reducing inflammation and lowering the risk of heart disease.
The chipotle chile adds a boost of vitamin C, which helps to support a healthy immune system.

	3 cups ketchup
	1/2 small yellow onion , minced
	2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
	1 chipotle chile in adobo , minced
	1 tablespoon adobo sauce
	1 teaspoon sugar