Plum Chipotle Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound (4 cups) fresh or frozen pitted plums, thawed
• 1 cup (8 ounces) chopped white onion
• 1 cup (6 ounces) chopped red bell pepper
• 1 (4-ounce) can diced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, drained
• 1/2 cup (4 ounces) ketchup
• 1/4 cup (2 ounces) honey
• 1 tablespoon (1 ounce) lime juice
• 1 teaspoon (1/8 ounce) ground cumin
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the plums, onion, bell pepper, chipotle peppers, ketchup, honey, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
3. Puree the sauce with an immersion blender or transfer to a blender and puree until smooth.

Nutritional Information:

(Per 1/4 cup serving)

• Calories: 80
• Fat: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 16g
• Protein: 2g
• Sugar: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Spicy and sweet with a smoky undertone
• Perfect for dipping, grilling, or glazing
• Versatile and can be used as a marinade, sauce, or spread
• Ideal for summer barbecues or parties

User Comments:

• "This sauce is amazing! It has the perfect balance of heat and sweetness."
• "I loved using this sauce as a glaze on grilled chicken."
• "The chipotle peppers add a wonderful smoky flavor to the sauce."
• "The sauce is easy to make and keeps well in the refrigerator for up to a week."
• "I can't wait to try this sauce on other dishes!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful when handling the chipotle peppers, as they can irritate the skin.
• If you don't have an immersion blender, you can also use a regular blender to puree the sauce.
• The sauce can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.