Mango-Plum BBQ Sauce

Yields approximately 3 cups

1½ cups diced mango

3 dried plums (pitted)

2 medium tomatoes (diced)

1 medium yellow bell pepper

1 medium green bell pepper  

½ cup apple cider vinegar

½ cup water

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 clove garlic (minced)

½ cup chopped red onion

¼ cup brown sugar

¼ cup molasses

¼ cup maple syrup

½ teaspoon dry mustard

½ teaspoon ground cumin

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon pure red chili pepper powder

¼ teaspoon ground allspice

¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Salt and pepper (to taste)

 

1. Grill bell peppers until charred. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Scrape off skins. Halve. Remove stems and seeds. Dice. Transfer to a non-reactive saucepan.
2. To saucepan, add remaining ingredients. Simmer over low heat, stirring frequently, for approximately 20-25 minutes. Remove from heat. Transfer to a blender. Process until smooth.
3. Strain. Season with salt and pepper to taste.