Prune barbecue sauce

A thick dark brown sweet-smoky sauce based on tomato paste, smoked paprika and prune puree, for marinating and glazing ribs, chicken and burgers.

Prune barbecue sauce is a thick dark brown sweet-smoky sauce based on tomato paste, smoked paprika, brown sugar or molasses, vinegar, spices and prune puree, which gives a mild fruity sweetness, a light tang and a velvety texture. It is used to marinate and glaze ribs, chicken, pork and burgers, served with grilled meat, fries and baked vegetables and added to braised dishes.

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Beef ribs with barbecue sauce and prunesAmerican cuisine | Main courses

Beef ribs in barbecue sauce with prunes is a dish inspired by American cuisine that combines rich meat flavor and a sweet fruity note. Prunes add tenderness and caramel depth to the ribs, while the barbecue sauce provides spiciness and smokiness. Legend has it that this flavor combination originated in the southern states of the USA, where meat was traditionally cooked with fruit sauces to create a balance between salty and sweet. The beef ribs are first simmered in cherry juice with bay leaves, making them particularly tender. They are then coated with barbecue sauce mixed with prunes, sprinkled with basil, and baked to form an appetizing glaze. It is best served with potatoes or fresh vegetables, enjoying every bite of its rich, velvety flavor.