Pineapple BBQ Sauce

A while back, I was making Bermuda Triangle Cocktails, which called for pineapple juice.  As I was shopping, I noticed that a large can of pineapple juice cost twice of what a can of crushed pineapple packed in pineapple juice cost.  I knew I was only making a few cocktails (I got about 5) so I decided to buy the crushed pineapple and drain off the juice for my cocktail.

But then I was left with crushed pineapple.  Yes, I could have eaten it (but I don’t really care for pineapple) or tossed it (but that goes against everything I believe in), so I decided to go hunting for recipes with pineapple.

I already had pulled pork on the menu this week, I was thrilled to find a pineapple-based BBQ sauce as an accompaniment.

This recipe is delicious and a great way to use up excess crushed pineapple that may come your way!

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Pineapple BBQ Sauce

Adapted from Out Grilling

1 tablespoon olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup crushed pineapple + ¼ cup juice from the can

⅓ cup ketchup

¼ cup brown sugar

¼ cup apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon liquid hickory smoke

1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

½ teaspoon ground mustard

½ teaspoon salt

Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.  Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.  Add the crushed pineapple and simmer for 5 minutes.  

Stir in the remaining ingredients and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.  Set aside to cool.

Once cool, place in a blender and blend until smooth.  Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for one week or until ready to use.