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🌲 The Vancouver Island Blueberry BBQ Sauce
Yields: Approx. 2 cups | Prep time: 5 mins | Cook time: 15 mins
Ingredients
The Base:
1.5 cups Freeze-Dried Blueberries (pulverized into a fine powder)
1 cup Ketchup
1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
The Island Twist:
1/3 cup Dark BC Maple Syrup (replaces brown sugar for a richer, woody sweetness)
1/2 tsp Vancouver Island Smoked Sea Salt (adds that "campfire on the beach" aroma)
The Aromatics:
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
Optional: 1 tbsp of a local Island Bourbon or Whiskey (like Shelter Point)
Instructions
Powder the Berries: Use a blender or spice grinder to turn the freeze-dried blueberries into a fine dust. This is the secret to a smooth, professional-looking purple sauce.
Combine: In a medium saucepan, whisk the blueberry powder, ketchup, vinegar, maple syrup, and all spices together.
Simmer & Hydrate: Turn the heat to medium-low. If the sauce looks too thick immediately (the berry powder is very thirsty!), add 1/4 cup water or your choice of local whiskey.
Cook: Let it simmer gently for 12–15 minutes. Stir often to prevent the natural sugars from sticking to the bottom. It will turn a stunning, deep midnight purple.
Finish: Remove from heat and let cool. It will thicken further as it sits.
What does this go on?
The high acidity of the berries and the smokiness of the salt make this sauce incredibly versatile:
Cedar Plank Salmon: The ultimate Island pairing. Brush this on in the last 5 minutes of grilling for a tart, sticky glaze.
Pork Ribs or Shoulders: The blueberry profile cuts right through the fat of the pork.
Grilled Venison or Game: If you're a hunter, berry-based sauces are the classic pairing for the lean, earthy flavors of venison.
Rotisserie Chicken: It turns a standard bird into a showstopper with that vibrant purple color.
Goat Cheese Crostini: Believe it or not, this works as an appetizer! Drizzle a little over warm goat cheese on toasted baguette.
Storage Tip
Because this uses freeze-dried fruit, the flavor is very concentrated. It will keep in a mason jar in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
