Description
Rhubarb sauce is a tangy and sweet condiment made from fresh rhubarb, perfect for pairing with meats or desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups rhubarb, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine chopped rhubarb, sugar, and water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until rhubarb is soft.
- Stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
- Blend the mixture for a smoother consistency if desired.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use fresh rhubarb for best results.
- Adjust sugar based on the tartness of the rhubarb.
- This sauce can be served warm or cold.
- Consider adding spices like cinnamon or ginger for variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: rhubarb, sauce, condiment