Moroccan Inspired Barbecue Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with this Moroccan Inspired Barbecue Sauce, a bold and exotic twist on traditional barbecue flavors. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, and a touch of fiery harissa paste, this sauce delivers a tantalizing blend of sweet, smoky, and spicy notes. A harmony of tomato sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar creates a luscious base, while soy sauce and garlic add savory depth. Perfect for marinating meats, slathering on grilled vegetables, or serving as a dipping sauce, this recipe is as versatile as it is flavorful. Ready in just 30 minutes and easily customizable to your preferred texture, this sauce adds a global flair to your next backyard cookout.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon harissa paste
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 0.25 cup water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, and ground cinnamon. Cook for 1–2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.

Step 4

Add the harissa paste, tomato sauce, and tomato paste, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the apple cider vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and water. Stir well to create a smooth mixture.

Step 6

Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting as desired.

Step 7

Simmer the sauce over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly.

Step 9

Blend the sauce with an immersion blender for a smoother texture, if desired, or leave it chunky for a rustic finish.

Step 10

Transfer the sauce to a storage container and let it cool completely before refrigerating. It can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	625.1 grams (625.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	680

Total Fat 35.50g	46%
Saturated Fat 5.30g	27%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2292mg	100%
Total Carbohydrate 87.40g	32%
Dietary Fiber 8.90g	32%
Total Sugars 66.80g
Protein 9.10g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152mg	12%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 824mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 49.6%