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Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 cup Heinz-style chili sauce
- ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper (optional)
- 2 tablespoons bourbon (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne or chipotle powder (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Combine blueberries, chili sauce, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a saucepan.
- Heat over medium until the sauce boils, stirring gently.
- Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, mashing the blueberries to enrich the flavor.
- Blend the sauce for a smoother texture if desired.
- Return to heat and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to thicken.
- Cool and store in airtight containers.
Notes
Use ripe blueberries for the best flavor.
Adjust spice level according to your preference.
Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 0.2
- Saturated Fat: 0.05
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 0.5
- Cholesterol: 0