Ingredients:

  • 2 cups (240g) fresh raspberries (or frozen if unavailable)
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) water
  • 1-2 teaspoons chipotle in adobo sauce, minced (adjust based on desired heat)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Rinse raspberries and measure out all ingredients. Mince chipotle pepper if using whole.
  2. Combine Base Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, water, and chipotle.
  3. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until raspberries break down and sauce thickens.
  4. Seasoning: Stir in apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, lime zest, and lime juice. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Blend (Optional): For a smoother sauce, use a fine-mesh strainer or blend with an immersion blender for a few seconds.
  6. Cool and Store: Allow the sauce to cool slightly before transferring to a storage container.