Apple Butter Barbecue Sauce
This Apple Butter Barbecue Sauce with a touch of bourbon might just be your new signature sauce! Try it on a burger or on ribs.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Condiments
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1 clove garlic, smashed & minced
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar (see comment from Shea, below the post)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 jar, 8 to 10 ounces (measurement does not need to be exact) apple butter
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons brandy (or bourbon) (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
Instructions
In a large, heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, add onion and saute, stirring now and then until translucent, 6 to 8 minutes. Add in garlic and stir for a moment longer just until fragrant.
Add the rest of the ingredients and bring to a boil. Turn down to a simmer, stirring now and then, until reduced to desired consistency, 10 to 15 minutes or so.
Store in a jar in the refrigerator; lasts for two to three weeks.
Notes
Use a larger pan than you think necessary; this sauce can sputter and spurt as it reduces.