Cherry Cola Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Cherry Cola Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp. vegetable oil; 2 cups chopped onions; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 bottles (12) chili sauce; 1 jar (12 oz.) cherry preserves; jam; 1 cup cherry cola (regular, not diet); 1/3 cup golden brown sugar, packed; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 1 tsp. hot pepper sauce (to taste)

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add onions; saute until golden, about 7 minutes.
3
Add garlic and stir 1 minute.
4
Stir in chili sauce, preserves, cherry cola, brown sugar, and vinegar; bring to simmer, stirring occasionally.
5
Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer uncovered until reduced to 4 cups, stirring often to prevent scorching, about 50 minutes.
6
Stir in 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce.
7
Season to taste with salt and pepper and more hot pepper sauce, if desired.
8
Transfer to bowl and cool completely.
9
DO AHEAD Can be made 2 weeks ahead.
10
Cover and refrigerate

228

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp. vegetable oil, 2 cups chopped onions, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 bottles (12) chili sauce, and more.

Yes, Cherry Cola Barbecue Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cherry Cola Barbecue Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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