Get ready to transform your grilling game with the most mind-blowing BBQ sauce you've ever tasted! This Peach Bacon Bourbon BBQ Sauce isn't just a condiment - it's a culinary masterpiece that combines sweet, smoky, and bold flavors in one irresistible recipe. Imagine the perfect harmony of juicy peaches, crispy bacon, and smooth bourbon creating a sauce so incredible, it'll have your guests begging for your secret recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 2 cups peaches, peeled and diced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the peaches by washing, peeling, and dicing them into small, uniform pieces. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon, chop finely, and set aside, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
- Over medium heat, add diced peaches to the bacon fat and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften and release their natural juices.
- Add brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, bourbon, Worcestershire sauce, and smoked paprika to the pan. Stir ingredients thoroughly to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, reducing heat to low. Allow sauce to cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- As the sauce thickens, use a potato masher or immersion blender to break down the peach pieces for a smoother consistency.
- Add chopped bacon back into the sauce during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. The sauce should have a thick, glossy appearance when ready.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Transfer to a clean glass jar or container. Sauce can be stored in refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Tips
- Use ripe, fresh peaches for the most vibrant flavor. If peaches aren't in season, frozen peaches work well too.
- Choose a good quality bourbon - the flavor will shine through in the sauce.
- Cook the sauce on low heat to prevent burning and allow flavors to meld together gradually.
- For an ultra-smooth sauce, use an immersion blender to puree the peaches completely.
- Let the sauce cool completely before storing to achieve the perfect thickness.
- This sauce is incredibly versatile - use it as a glaze for grilled meats, a dipping sauce, or a marinade.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within a week for maximum freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 80kcal
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 5mg
