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Delicious sweet and tart rhubarb sauce served in a bowl.

Sweet and Tart Rhubarb Sauce

A delightful sauce combining the sweet and tart flavors of rhubarb with vanilla and orange, perfect for pancakes, desserts, and more.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 650 grams rhubarb (cut into 1/2 inch pieces) Fresh rhubarb is preferred.
  • 130 grams cane sugar Adjust according to rhubarb sweetness.
  • 0.25 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 4 strips fresh orange peel Add more for stronger orange flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla bean paste Can substitute with vanilla extract.

Method

Preparation

  • Cut the rhubarb into 1/2 inch pieces.
  • In a large bowl, mix the rhubarb, sugar, salt, and orange peel. Let it sit for 30 minutes to release juices.
  • Add the entire mixture, including the juices, to a medium pot. Gently simmer for 10 minutes with the lid on, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and let it cool. Discard the orange peel and blend the mixture until smooth.
  • Stir in the vanilla bean paste. The sauce will thicken as it cools in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 21gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze in portions for later use. Adjust sugar based on the tartness of the rhubarb.
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