Rhubarb Victoria Sauce

Tangy, sweet, and beautifully spiced, Rhubarb Victoria Sauce is a versatile treat that brings out the best of rhubarb’s distinctive flavor. This quick and easy recipe combines fresh rhubarb with apple cider vinegar, a touch of honey, and warming spices like ginger and cinnamon for a perfectly balanced sauce that's both zesty and comforting. Enhanced with hints of vanilla and lemon zest, this sauce is ideal for drizzling over roasted meats, spooning onto creamy desserts, or pairing with cheeses. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a vibrant addition to your culinary repertoire and a great way to elevate seasonal ingredients. Perfect for meal prep, this sauce can be refrigerated for up to a week, making it a go-to option for quick gourmet flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams rhubarb
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 60 milliliters apple cider vinegar
• 120 milliliters water
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Wash the rhubarb thoroughly and trim off the ends. Cut the stalks into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rhubarb, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and water. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Place the saucepan on medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the ground ginger, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to incorporate the spices.

Step 5

Simmer the mixture for 15-20 minutes, or until the rhubarb breaks down and the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon zest, honey, and vanilla extract.

Step 7

Let the sauce cool slightly before transferring it to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, or leave it slightly chunky if preferred.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness or seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Allow the sauce to cool completely before serving, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	837.1 grams (837.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	911

Total Fat 1.20g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1210mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 225.90g	82%
Dietary Fiber 9.40g	34%
Total Sugars 207.30g
Protein 4.50g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 402mg	31%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 1267mg	27%

*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: 1.2%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 96.9%