Peach & Apricot BBQ Glaze


Sweet, sticky and brilliant on the grill. This glaze is ideal for chicken, pork, sausages, tofu or veg skewers, and is a great way to use up ripe stone fruit. 

 

Peach & Apricot BBQ Glaze
Peach & Apricot BBQ Glaze

Ingredients (Makes 2 cups)

  • 750 g peaches and/or apricots, stones removed, chopped
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup tomato sauce or passata
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp chilli flakes (optional)
  • Salt & cracked pepper, to taste
     

Method

  1. Add all ingredients to a saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer.
  2. Cook 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fruit breaks down and mixture thickens.
  3. Blend until smooth (optional but gives a classic glaze texture).
  4. Return to heat and simmer another 5–10 minutes until glossy and spoon-thick.
  5. Spoon hot into clean jars or freeze portions.
     

How to Use It

  • Brush onto meat or veg during the last 5–10 minutes of grilling
  • Use as a marinade (thin with a little oil)
  • Serve as a dipping sauce
  • Toss through roasted vegetables

Storage & Shelf Life

  • Fridge: up to 3 weeks
  • Freezer: up to 6 months
     

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