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    Home » Recipes » Grilling

    Strawberry Peach BBQ Sauce for Grilling Season

    Published: Jun 14, 2017 · Modified: Apr 5, 2022 by Ang Paris · 7 Comments
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    Our Strawberry Peach BBQ Sauce recipe is a delicious alternative to traditional barbecue sauces, but don't be fooled by the fruit, this sauce packs a punch of spice from chipotle in adobo.
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    Strawberry Peach BBQ Sauce is the most aromatic and delicious sauce you'll have all grilling season!

    A spoonful of Strawberry Peach BBQ Sauce balances on a full mason jar. The background there are ingredients, including garlic, onions, strawberries and grilled peaches.
    One of my favorite things about developing recipes is cooking alongside my family. This recipe was developed with help from my husband. He's the Grill Master in our house. We have been together for 21 years and I'm happy to say that sometimes he still surprises me. I love including his ideas in the recipes that I share here. We spent almost a full day developing and testing this recipe to make it perfect. It's not too sweet or too spicy. 
     
    When you think of strawberries and peaches, you tend to think of desserts or breakfast foods, right? This strawberry peach BBQ sauce will change the way you think about these fruits. The sauce is thick and rich, but not overly sweet.  Because of the chipotle chili in adobo, there's a delicious hint of smoke and just the right amount of heat. It is truly delicious on chicken and pork especially. 

    How to Grill Peaches

    1. Cut peaches along the seam all the way around until  you can twist the two halves off the pit. 
    2. Brush the cut sides with vegetable oil. For good measure, also brush your grill with oil.
    3. For beautiful grill marks, do not move the peaches for 3-4 minutes.
    4. Turn the peaches to cook the other cut side.
    5. Remove from the grill with tongs and let cool before removing the skins.
     The kids were kind of amazed that we were putting fruit on the grill!  It was fun to talk about different ways to prepare and eat fruits and vegetables, especially when they are in season and abundant. 
     
    Peach quarters are shown on a grill. Tongs hold one piece to show grill marks. These will be used in a Stawberry Peach BBQ Sauce recipe.
     

    Strawberry Peach BBQ Sauce Shopping List

    • strawberries
    • fresh peaches
    • ketchup
    • maple syrup
    • strawberry preserves
    • peach preserves
    • balsamic vinegar
    • chipotle chili in adobo
    • garlic
    • ground ginger
    • Worcestershire sauce
    • Dijon mustard
    • olive oil
    • onion

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    • Whisk
    • Mixing Bowl
    • Silicone Spatula Set
    • Tongs
    • Sauce Pot
    • Immersion Blender

    For a list of some of my favorite items to use when cooking, please visit my Kitchen Resource page.

     
    A very full jar of Strawberry Peach BBQ Sauce surrounded by ingredients, including a head of garlic, a whole lime, strawberries and grilled peaches. In the background are bottles of mustard and balsamic vinegar.

    What Can I Substitute for Chipotle in Adobo?

    The first time you make any of my recipes, I suggest you do it just as I've laid out for you.  These recipes have been tested and we know what works well.

    Chipotle in Adobo comes in a can. The chipotle peppers are smoked and dried. Then they are mixed in a sweet and tangy red sauce that includes tomato, vinegar and seasonings.  The flavor is smoky and a little spicy, but not overpowering.

    But... if truly have to substitute Chipotle in Adobo, here's what you can do: mix a tablespoon of tomato paste with a tablespoon of  cider vinegar.  Mix in 1 teaspoon chipotle powder, ½ teaspoon of cumin, along with a pinch each of garlic powder and salt. Mix well to combine.

    Strawberry Peach BBQ Sauce

    STRAWBERRY PEACH BBQ SAUCE

    Strawberry Peach BBQ Sauce

    Our Strawberry Peach BBQ Sauce recipe is a delicious alternative to traditional barbecue sauces, but don't be fooled by the fruit, this sauce packs a punch of spice from chipotle in adobo.
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Author: Ang Paris

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    Ingredients

    • 2 cups strawberries hulled and halved
    • 2 cups fresh peaches halved and pitted
    • ½ cup ketchup
    • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
    • 2 tablespoons strawberry preserves
    • 2 tablespoons peach preserves
    • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
    • 1 chipotle chili in adobo chopped
    • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
    • 1 tablespoon ground ginger grated
    • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    • Scant 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • ⅓ cup onion minced

    Instructions

    • Preheat the grill to approximately 425-degrees F. Wrap a small tray with tinfoil and spray lightly with cooking spray. Add the prepared strawberries and cook over indirect heat on the grill until the strawberries begin to caramelize, about 3 minutes. You may want to stir and cook 1-2 minutes more.
    • Spray the grill over direct heat. Brush the peaches with olive oil for good measure and place the peach halves on. Grill 3-4 minutes per side, then remove and let cool so they can be handled.
    • Over medium high heat, add the olive oil to a small saucepan. Cook the onions until tender, about 4-5 minutes. Add the ketchup, maple syrup, strawberry and peach preserves, balsamic vinegar, chipotle in adobo, garlic, ginger, and Dijon mustard. Whisk to combine.
    • Remove the skins from the peaches and roughly chop them. To the sauce pot, add the strawberries and peaches. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer 5-6 minutes.
    • Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture. Use as a marinade or serve on the side for dipping.

    Notes

    Store in the refrigerator for 7-10 days. I like to use a mason jar with a tight lid.

    For best results, be sure to check our Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help your delicious recipe come out perfectly.

    Please Note: I am not a registered dietician. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
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    Semi-Homemade Peach BBQ Sauce

    If you're short on time, but still want to try this Strawberry Peach BBQ Sauce, use our semi-home shortcut recipe.

    1. Select a store-bought BBQ sauce.
    2. Grill the peaches and strawberries according to the recipe above.
    3. Put the fruit and BBQ sauce into the food processor.
    4. Add in the chipotle chili in adobo.
    5. Process until smooth.

    This is the Food Processor that I use. It is inexpensive but works great, and it doesn't take up too much space on the counter.

    A inside a mason jar of Strawberry Peach BBQ Sauce sits on a white wooden surface.

    What Proteins Go Well with Peaches?

    Need some ideas on what to put this yummy BBQ sauce on?  Try one of these proteins:

    • Chicken and other poultry such as quail and pheasant
    • Pork Chops or even tenderloin in the slow cooker
    • White Fish such as Halibut, Cod or Haddock
    • Grilled Salmon
    • Grilled Ribeye Steak Recipe
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    A collage of images showing the ingredients and part of the process for making Strawberry Peach BBQ Sauce. One image shows a spoonful of BBQ sauce resting on a mason jar. Another shows peach quarters on a grill. An image of strawberries and peaches in a glass bowl is shown. Finally there is an image of a tall mason jar full of BBQ sauce, surrounded by ingredients, including a head of garlic, a whole lime, strawberries and grilled peaches. In the background are bottles of mustard and balsamic vinegar.

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    1. Katie says

      June 20, 2017 at 3:16 pm

      Holy smokes, strawberry peach BBQ sauce sounds so seriously delicious. Sweet and spicy? Yes please! We just got a new grill and now we grill all the things. And now I want to put strawberry peach BBQ sauce on everything. Yum!

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      • Ang Paris says

        June 20, 2017 at 3:18 pm

        Stay tuned for a delicious pork recipe coming soon using this BBQ sauce - so amazing! 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!

        Reply
    2. Linda says

      June 20, 2017 at 3:19 pm

      Wow that sounds pretty amazing! I've never made my own BBQ sauce before but I think I need to try this!

      Reply
    3. Katie says

      June 20, 2017 at 3:49 pm

      Oh yay! I'd love to see a new pork recipe also!

      Reply
    4. Marie says

      July 18, 2017 at 10:05 am

      Omgosh, adding grilled fruit to BBQ sauce is so smart. I have no doubt that this is amazing. Thanks for sharing your recipe with us at Merry Monday this week!

      Reply
    5. Debra c. says

      April 06, 2018 at 1:13 pm

      I LOVE homemade sauces and this looks so spectacular. I know grilling those peaches takes it right over the top. It's grilling season here in Cali and I'm looking forward to giving this a try!!!

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        April 06, 2018 at 7:30 pm

        Thanks Deb! I hope you will enjoy!

        Reply

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