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Smoky Apricot-Tomato Barbecue Sauce
[Vegan, Grain-Free]

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Smoky Apricot-Tomato Barbecue Sauce [Vegan, Grain-Free]

2 1/2 cups

Dairy Free

Yes, you can make your own barbecue sauce easily at home! This recipe makes a sauce better than any you will ever find in a store. The sweetness of the apricots balances the smoky flavors of the fire roasted tomatoes and the heat of the dried chili pepper.

Ingredients You Need for Smoky Apricot-Tomato Barbecue Sauce [Vegan, Grain-Free]

2 teaspoons safflower oil or other neutral oil
1 1/4 cup sweet onions, peeled, chopped 1/4-inch dice
2/3 cup fresh apricots, pitted, chopped (or can use 1/2 cup dried)
5 cloves fresh garlic, peeled, chopped (2 tablespoons)
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/3 cup coconut palm sugar or light brown sugar
2 tablespoons dark molasses
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon dried Pasilla chili, soaked, seeded, and chopped
1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, crumbled
1/4 cup strong coffee
1 teaspoon liquid aminos or tamari
1/2 can tomato paste (3 ounces)
14.5 ounces fire roasted chopped tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon sea salt or to taste

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How to Prepare Smoky Apricot-Tomato Barbecue Sauce [Vegan, Grain-Free]

In a heavy 2-quart pot, saute onion until translucent in oil over low heat for 5 minutes.
Add garlic and raise heat to medium. Cook 10 minutes until lightly colored.
Add the next 13 ingredients (fresh apricots through fire-roasted tomatoes) one by one and give a big stir.
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, uncovered. Stir from time to time to prevent scorching on the bottom of the pot.
Add water when needed when becomes too thick, 1/4 cup at a time up to 3/4 cup for the right consistency. Taste and season with sea salt.
Cool slightly then pulse in a food processor for a finer barbecue sauce.
Add a tablespoon of good whiskey if you like to the finished sauce.

Notes

Will stay fresh for up to a month in the fridge and even longer in the freezer.

Nutritional Information

Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.