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    June 9, 2022

    Rhubarb Sauce

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    Rhubarb Sauce is a simple three-ingredient recipe that's delicious enjoyed over ice cream, pound cake, pancakes and so much more!

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    Gold spoon putting rhubarb sauce on a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

    If you're anything like my family, when rhubarb season rolls around, you can't wait to get out and grab that first batch to make all the delicious rhubarb recipes! We'll make my favorite jam, Rhubarb Custard Bars and rhubarb pie. But one of our favorite (and easiest!) ways to utilize rhubarb?! This delicious fruit sauce (or I suppose it's really vegetable sauce, ha!)!!

    Not only is it one of the easiest ways to use rhubarb, it's also one of the most versatile. It's the best rhubarb sauce recipe for sweet treats and even a few savory dishes! Who's ready to get cookin?!

    Ingredients needed for rhubarb sauce.

    Ingredients Needed

    • Rhubarb
    • Sugar
    • Water
    • Red Food Coloring (Optional)

    How to Make Rhubarb Sauce

    When I say that this is a simple recipe, I'm talking just three simple ingredients and 10 minutes time!

    The first thing you'll do is prepare the rhubarb. Pick the stalks from the rhubarb plant and then cut and discard the green leaf (which is actually poisonous!). Wash the rhubarb stalks and then cut into 1-inch pieces.

    Rhubarb and sugar in a saucepan.

    When your rhubarb is ready, you'll add it to a saucepan along with a half cup sugar and a splash of water. Place the pan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil.

    Rhubarb being boiled in a saucepan.

    You'll let it cook for a few minutes, or until the rhubarb starts falling apart and creating a lovely sauce. If you want your sauce to be more red, add a couple drops of red food coloring and give it a stir. Bring the sauce to room temperature and then refrigerate.

    How to Serve Rhubarb Sauce

    My favorite way to serve homemade rhubarb sauce is over vanilla ice cream (or over strawberry ice cream!). I also love to spoon the sauce over a slice of warmed pound cake with a dollop of whipped cream.

    This homemade sauce is also a great addition to pancakes, angel food cake, peanut butter sandwiches, cheesecake and plain Greek yogurt. However, it's not just limited to sweet desserts....try it on savory dishes such as a grilled pork tenderloin or roasted chicken!

    A glass jar with rhubarb sauce in it and a gold spoon.

    Rhubarb Sauce Variations

    Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce - Simply replace half of the rhubarb with sliced strawberries (use 2 cups each) and follow the instructions the same as you would for the regular rhubarb sauce. If the strawberries don't break down as easily as the rhubarb, you can use a food processor to smooth it out. The sweetness of the strawberries brings a perfect balance to the delicious sauce!

    Extra tangy - This sauce certainly have a tangy flavor (thanks to the rhubarb), but adding a splash of lemon juice or a tablespoon of lemon zest would add just a bit more tang and flavor, too!

    Vanilla Rhubarb Sauce - I love the flavor vanilla adds to this tangy sauce! Simply stir in 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract or one seeded vanilla bean.

    Lower Sugar - If you're diabetic or are simply trying to cut sure, you can certainly decrease the sugar and even use a sugar substitute.

    A jar with red rhubarb sauce.

    FAQ's

    How do you store Rhubarb Sauce?

    I store it in the fridge in an airtight container, such as a glass jar with a lid.

    How long does Rhubarb Sauce last in the fridge?

    It'll last up to one week in an airtight container in the fridge.

    Does Rhubarb Sauce freeze well?

    Yes! Freeze in a plastic container or in a freezer bag for up to 1 year.

    Other Delicious Rhubarb Recipes

    Rhubarb Cookies

    Rhubarb Custard Bars

    Rhubarb Muffins

    Rhubarb Berry Jam

    Rhubarb sauce being spooned over a scoop of ice cream

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    Rhubarb sauce being poured onto a scoop of ice cream.

    Rhubarb Sauce

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    Make a simple homemade Rhubarb Sauce with just three ingredients and 10 minutes time!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10 ¼ cup servings
    Calories 48 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 cups diced rhubarb
    • ½ cup sugar
    • ¼ cup water
    • red food coloring optional

    Instructions
     

    • Add the diced rhubarb, sugar and water to a saucepan.
    • Bring to a boil over medium heat.
    • Boil for 3-5 minutes or until the rhubarb is soft.
    • Stir in a couple drops of red food coloring, if desired.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.25cupCalories: 48kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 141mgFiber: 0.9gSugar: 10.5gCalcium: 42mg
    Keyword rhubarb
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