Description
This Rhubarb Sauce recipe is a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for drizzling over various dishes or desserts. Easy to make and versatile, this sauce is a must-try for any rhubarb lover.
Ingredients
Scale
Rhubarb Sauce:
- 4 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb (about 1 pound)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rhubarb, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and continue to cook for 10–15 minutes, or until the rhubarb breaks down and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest if using.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- This sauce is delicious served warm or cold over ice cream, pancakes, oatmeal, yogurt, or pound cake.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
