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The Best Hawaiian BBQ Sauce with Pineapple

Sweet, tangy Hawaiian BBQ sauce with pineapple juice, soy sauce, and aromatic ginger - perfect for grilling, glazing, or dipping!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Salad Sauces
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 57
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ⅓ cup ketchup
  • ½ cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup pineapple juice
  • 2 tablespoon mirin (or substitute)
  • 1 ½ teaspoon garlic (finely minced or grated)
  • 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste (Sambal Oelek recommended)

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Microplane grater
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Grate garlic and ginger finely using a microplane or mince very finely.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Stir frequently while sauce boils and thickens, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat when sauce clings to spoon and reaches desired thickness.
  5. Cool slightly before serving or completely before storing.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Adjust thickness by adding more pineapple juice if needed.
  • For a spicier sauce, increase chili paste; for milder flavor, reduce the amount.