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How to make Loquat BBQ Sauce

April 5, 2022

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Super simple and so delicious, this Loquat BBQ sauce will add amazing flavor to whatever you are cooking. This zingy sauce packs the perfect punch – a touch of sweet, a bit of citrusy zing and just enough heat to make your lips tingle.

For another delicious and unique sauce, try my blueberry bourbon BBQ sauce recipe.

Loquat BBQ sauce

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Loquat BBQ sauce

This easy homemade BBQ sauce, just like my pineapple mango BBQ sauce, is unlike anything you’ll find in the aisles of the grocery store. For that reason, I like to bottle it and gift it to friends and neighbors. Homemade gifts are always special and this sauce definitely qualifies.

Loquat barbecue sauce in jar.

Ingredients

This barbecue sauce recipe uses common ingredients that you likely have in your pantry or fridge, to keep shopping to a minimum.

Ingredients for loquat BBQ sauce.
  • Onion – Yellow onion is the go-to choice. It is the best “cooking onion”, but use whatever you have.
  • Tomato sauce – This gives the BBQ sauce a bit of that familiar tomato base, without the sweetness of ketchup, which we’re getting from the brown sugar.
  • Oil – Choose a neutral oil like grapeseed or canola for this recipe.
  • Lime zest – Gives this sauce a zingy citrus kick. It is optional, but if you like that flavor, use it. Another delicious option would be tamarind paste.
  • Apple cider vinegar – My vinegar of choice for most things, ACV has a fruity acidity that brings flavor and not just a vinegary bite.
  • Garlic – In my humble opinion, garlic belongs in just about everything.
  • Salt & pepper – Because everything needs salt and pepper.
  • Green chilies – I used Hatch green chilies because I have them. You can use canned chilies or fresh jalapeños.
  • Dark brown sugar – You can substitute light brown. If doing so, I recommend adding a tablespoon of molasses to the mix as well.
  • Loquats – Use deep yellow, ripe fruit for this BBQ sauce recipe. Unripe or green loquats will not work.
Homemade BBQ sauce in glass bottle.

How to make BBQ sauce from scratch

This recipe is so incredibly easy, you may never buy barbecue sauce again.

First, heat a bit of oil in a medium pot, then add the onions and garlic. Let them sweat a few minutes until fragrant and starting to turn translucent.

How to make BBQ sauce from scratch.

Next, add in the loquats, then the rest of the ingredients and let the BBQ sauce cook down for roughly 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. At this point, it should be nice and thick.

Once the sauce has reached desired consistency, carefully pour it into a blend and purée. You can also use an immersion blender and blend it up right in the pot.

How to use this loquat BBQ sauce

  1. Fill a few glass bottles and give to friends and neighbors as a gift.
  2. Shred some leftover roast chicken and toss with BBQ sauce for pulled chicken sandwiches.
  3. Toss crispy chicken wings while they are hot and serve immediately.
Chicken wings with sauce on white plate.

Loquat recipes

If you are lucky enough to have a loquat tree, here are a few more recipes to use this delicious fruit.

  • Loquat muffins
  • Easy loquat jam recipe
  • Loquat cobbler
  • Strawberry loquat jam

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Yield: 5 cups

Loquat BBQ Sauce Recipe

Loquat BBQ Sauce Recipe

Loquat BBQ sauce will add amazing flavor to whatever you are cooking.

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp. canola oil (or other neutral flavored oil)
  • 1 cup diced onion, about 1 medium yellow onion
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 4 cups loquats, seeded, blossom end and membrane removed (measure AFTER removing seeds)
  • 1 cup tomato sauce / 8 oz. can
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 jalapeños chopped, or 2 ounces (1/4 cup) canned chilies
  • 2 tsp. kosher salt / I use Diamond Crystal
  • 1 tsp. black pepper
  • 1 - 2 tbsp. lime zest, optional

Instructions

  1. In a heavy-bottomed pot, like a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat.
  2. When oil is warm, add onion and sauté until slightly softened, about 6 minutes.
  3. Add chopped garlic and cook an addition 1 - 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add seeded loquats, stir to combine and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Add remaining ingredients to the pot and stir to combine. Place lid on pot, only covering halfway, allowing steam to escape. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
  6. When sauce has thickened to desired consistency, carefully pour into the pitcher of a blender (or use an immersion blender) and blend until smooth.
  7. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Tamarind paste is a delicious addition, in place of lime zest.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

20

Serving Size:

1/4 cup

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 52Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 187mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 1gSugar: 6gProtein: 1g

Nutrition information calculated by a third-party company as a courtesy. It is intended as a guideline only.

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Cuisine: American / Category: Condiment

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How to make loquat cobbler

April 26, 2021

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Loquat cobbler with a buttery biscuit topping is a delicious and simple dessert. Not to be confused with a loquat crumble, which has a crumb topping, a cobbler has fluffy biscuits on top of sweetened fruit. This one is sprinkled with coarse sanding sugar for a bit of texture.

loquat cobbler in mini baking dish with antique silver spoon

Cobblers, crumbles and crisps are usually lumped together into one category of simple fruit desserts. Cobblers, like this one, generally have a biscuit topping. Although, in some areas, it can be more like a batter or dumpling. Crumbles are topped with large buttery crumbs and crisps have the addition of oats in the topping.

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How to make strawberry loquat jam

April 13, 2021

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Strawberry loquat jam is a delicious and unique recipe. Like my strawberry key lime jam, it is sweet and just a little tart. It makes the perfect topping for your morning toast or weekend buttermilk biscuits.

strawberry loquat jam on spoon with strawberries and loquats on counter

Homemade jam opens up a world of possible flavor combinations. You’re able to create pairings that you’ll never see anywhere else – this is where the fun really begins.

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How to make loquat crumble

April 10, 2021

Tart, sweet and covered with a buttery topping, a loquat crumble is the perfect way to use this seasonal fruit. An easy loquat jam is another great recipe to use up this abundant fruit.

loquat crumble in glass baking dish with antique spoon

Crumbles are a great dessert to make when you’re craving something sweet, but also want a low effort, comfort food style treat.

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How to make loquat chutney

May 6, 2020

Loquat chutney is a delicious condiment that is incredibly versatile. You can eat it piled on crostini for a unique bruschetta appetizer or pair it with chicken or pork for a delicious spin on dinner.

loquat chutney in white bowl

This sweet and sour condiment comes together quickly – everything simmers together in the pan for about 30 minutes until it becomes thick and the flavors have melded into a kind of loquat agrodolce.

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How to make loquat jam with vanilla

April 16, 2020

Learn how to make loquat jam with this simple and delicious recipe. Whether you are an experienced jam maker, or just learning to make jam, this recipe will be one you come back to again and again. Flavored with vanilla and bourbon, this jam is out of this world amazing. For basic loquat jam, check out my easy loquat jam recipe.

loquat jam with vanilla and bourbon

Perfect on anything from toast or biscuits to glazing a piece of chicken, this small batch loquat jam also makes a phenomenal pb & j.

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Easy loquat jam recipe

March 31, 2020

This easy loquat jam recipe is a simplified version of my loquat cardamom jam recipe.

loquat jam recipe for water bath canning

Making loquat jam is easy, even for beginner jam makers, because the fruit is naturally high in pectin. The only thing you need are loquats, fresh lemon juice, sugar and time.

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