Watermelon Barbecue Sauce

A Carolina mountain recipe for Watermelon Barbecue Sauce.

BBQOtherAdvanced180 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 − 6 Pound Seedless Watermelon chunk
  • 8 Ounces Tomato Paste
  • 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 Cups Firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 Cup Sherry
  • 2 Teaspoons Lemon juice
  • 1 Teaspoon Liquid smoke

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut the melon into pieces and place in a saucepan.

  2. 2

    Cook it uncovered over medium heat until the melon is the consistency of applesauce (approximately 2−3 hours). Stir it occasionally.

  3. 3

    Add remaining ingredients.

  4. 4

    Simmer uncovered over low heat for 2 hours.

  5. 5

    Allow to cool to room temperature before using.

Tags

bbqamericancarolinas-cooking