Hawaiian Barbecue Sauce

The Crispy Chef

Hawaiian barbecue sauce is a sweet and tangy blend of tropical flavors. It features pineapple, cane sugar, ginger, and savory elements, making it perfect for grilling meats like pork ribs and chicken wings. This sauce combines traditional BBQ zest with tropical sweetness, making it a versatile addition to any summer grilling lineup.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Course sauce

Cuisine Hawaiian

Servings

Calories 22 kcal

Equipment

Saucepan
Stirring spoon
Airtight container for storage

Ingredients

1 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup crushed pineapple
3/4 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/8 cup ketchup
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons hot water

Instructions

Mix Base Ingredients

In a saucepan, combine pineapple juice, crushed pineapple, and light brown sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.

Add Seasonings

Add onion powder, soy sauce, ketchup, and cayenne pepper to the mixture. Stir until well blended.

Thicken the Sauce

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with hot water to create a slurry. Add this slurry to the saucepan and stir until the sauce thickens.

Simmer

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Let it cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.

Cool & Store

Once cooked, let the sauce cool down. Transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate. It will keep fresh for 1-2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 15gCalories: 22kcalCarbohydrates: 5.7gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.1gSodium: 40mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 12.5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 1.5mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 0.1mg

Keyword Hawaiian barbecue sauce, homemade barbecue sauce, pineapple BBQ sauce, sweet and tangy sauce, tropical BBQ sauce

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