Strawberry Sriracha BBQ Sauce is fruity with a touch of heat. It's perfect for pork, chicken, and even fish.
Welcome to day two of berry week here in my Kudos Kitchen. The recipe for my Strawberry BBQ Sauce that I'm sharing with you today is one that was born out of necessity.
The problem of having too many strawberries in the fridge and not knowing when they'd all get eaten without them spoiling led me to this tasty brainstorm.
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The ingredient list:
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- Fresh Strawberries
- Sriracha Hot Sauce
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Brown Sugar
- Salt
Kitchen tools and equipment needed:
- heavy bottom saucepan
- wooden spoon or spatula
- paring knife
- cutting board
- potato masher
- measuring cups and spoons
Why this strawberry BBQ sauce recipe works:
- It's easy to make.
- It's delicious.
- It's zippy and sweet.
- It works on many different proteins.
- It stores well.
- People love it!
How long will the sauce last in the fridge?
As long as you keep it in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, it should keep for up to 7-10 days.
Strawberry Sriracha BBQ Sauce recipe information:
This is an updated post. The original date I shared this recipe was in July of 2016.
To be honest, this recipe has been on my mind ever since I first made this sauce because it is amazing! This time when I made it I added it to chicken and, let me tell you, it lives up to everything I said about it in the first place...and then some!
The day I made this sauce my mom was over for a visit. When I told her I was planning on making Strawberry BBQ sauce, I think she thought I was crazy.
I thought I might be crazy too, but sometimes you just have to follow your gut and take a leap of faith.
When I made this sauce, I had pork ribs on my mind. However, I'm sure this would taste equally good on grilled chicken, and even fish.
Don't be afraid to experiment.
The easy instructions for making Strawberry Sriracha BBQ sauce:
- Hull and chop 2 quarts of strawberries.
- Place them in a saucepan with a little water.
- Simmer on medium/low until the strawberries are soft and mushy.
- Stir in the brown sugar and apple cider vinegar.
- Simmer for an additional 15 minutes for the sauce to thicken and reduce.
- Remove from heat and mash the berries lightly to still leave a bit of consistency.
- Stir in the sriracha and cool slightly before adding it to a glass jar or bowl.
- Cover and refrigerate for up to 10 days.
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Sweet strawberries, tart sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil mingle together nicely in this sweet and savory Strawberry Basil Salad. They're then dressed with light and tasty balsamic vanilla vinegar and topped with almond slices.
Delight your family and friends with this Old-Fashioned Strawberry Rhubarb Bundt Cake. It's so flavorful and tender that you'll wish rhubarb was in season all year long!
With only one bowl and a few simple ingredients, you can have this Strawberry Banana Bread baking in the oven in no time flat!
Not only is this Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce healthy and nutritious, but the flavor is out of this world delicious thanks to the sweetness of yummy strawberries.
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Strawberry Sriracha BBQ Sauce
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 quarts fresh strawberries washed, hulled and cut into halves and quarters
- 1 tablespoon water
- 4 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 4 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce more if you like it really hot
Instructions
- Place the cut strawberries into a medium saucepan.
- Add water, vinegar, brown sugar and salt.
- Simmer over medium heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the sriracha sauce to the cooked down strawberries and mash to your desired consistency.
- Cool the sauce and place in a jar with a tight-fitting lid.
- Use the sauce on beef, pork and even seafood.
- Keep refrigerated for up to 10 days.
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Kelley says
This sauce turned out awesome! It was the perfect amount of heat and sweet!
Jessica Formicola says
I've made this sauce multiple times and it's SO delicious! It has the perfect combination of spicy and sweet!
Ashley says
I love anything with strawberries and this recipe was so delicious. We will definitely make it again!
Jennifer Banz says
It is strawberry season...what a great recipe! Thanks for sharing!
Renée says
I'm happy to share, Jennifer. Enjoy the recipe!
Robin G says
Fabulous on grilled chicken!
Renée says
Glad you agree!! Thanks.
Karyn @ Pint Sized Baker says
What a flavor combo! I don't think I'd ever think to make a strawberry BBQ sauce. I wonder if I can sneak this by my husband who hates strawberries??? I love the stemware! Those chocolate covered strawberries are so cute!!
Renée says
Thank you so much, Karyn. I'm glad you like the glassware.
Regarding the BBQ sauce; since the strawberries cook down, their flavor is a bit milder than eating a whole, fresh berry. I'm still not sure if your husband would appreciate the flavor since he's not a strawberry lover 😉
Serene @ House of Yumm says
What a fun combination of flavors!! Love Sriracha, I've mixed it with grape jelly before, which was actually a really good spicy, sweet combo. But this recipe sounds so much better!!
Renée says
Oooh, I love the idea of the sriracha mixed with grape jelly. Sounds yummy!
carrie @ frugal foodie mama says
How did you know that sweet & spicy BBQ sauces are my fave?? 😉 This sounds and looks delicious!
Kim Beaulieu says
We love BBQ sauce with strawberries, it's so flavourful. I love that you used sriracha in this. I can just imagine the taste, sweet heat, my favourite. I also love watermelon for smoking ribs. So good.
Lora @savoringitaly says
I can't get enough of strawberries these days, and it seems you are in the same predicament as me! How interesting to pair with sriracha and make a BBQ sauce. I bet it is great and I've got to try it, since I'm such a berry fan!!!
Renée says
Yes, do try it, Lora. I think you'll be pleased.
Erin @ The Speckled Palate says
What a brilliant idea for barbecue sauce! We love barbecue in the summertime, and I've never seen a sauce that calls for fresh strawberries... and I absolutely cannot wait to make this!
Renée says
Thank you so much, Erin. Sometimes necessity is the mother of invention 🙂
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says
Pretty sure my family would think I am crazy if I told them I was putting strawberries in BBQ sauce, but it sounds delicious and I know they would love it!
Renée says
I thought I had lost my mind, too, but I figured it was worth a try. So glad I did. It's delicious!
Laura / I Heart Naptime says
Yum! I've never thought to pair sriracha with strawberries, I absolutely need to try this!
Renée says
I hope you do try it, Laura. You'll be happy you did!
Lauren Kelly Nutrition says
First of all, these pictures are gorgeous! I absolutely LOVE the flavors in this!
Renée says
Thank you so much. Lauren. That means a lot to me!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says
I love this idea...sweet with the savory is the best! I'm going to try it with grilled chicken this week!
Renée says
I hope you do, Ashley. I know you'll love it!
Krista says
I love the BBQ Sauce you made! Sweet and Spicy is the best combination!
Renée says
Exactly 🙂
Liz says
Thank you Renee. I have the same problem and will make this recipe. Thank you.