Brilliant Maple Mango BBQ Sauce Recipe

Difficulty:

1/5

Serves:

10 PEOPLE

Prep Time:

15 minutes

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Maple Mango BBQ Sauce Recipe

This Maple Mango BBQ Sauce Recipe combines rich maple syrup, fruity mango chutney, tangy tomato sauce, and aromatic spices to create a deliciously sweet and savory barbecue sauce. Featured on License to Grill, host Rob Rainford brings together Canadian-inspired maple sweetness and tropical mango flavor in an easy homemade BBQ sauce that’s perfect for grilled chicken, pork, ribs, and backyard barbecues.

The Inspiration

This maple mango BBQ sauce recipe combines familiar barbecue ingredients with two distinctive flavors: Canadian maple syrup and tropical mango chutney. Together, they create an appealing balance of sweetness, fruitiness, acidity, and aromatic spice.

On License to Grill, Rob Rainford demonstrates how combining everyday pantry ingredients can create distinctive barbecue flavors without complicated preparation. This recipe uses ketchup, bottled BBQ sauce, and tomato sauce as its foundation, then builds additional flavor with maple syrup, mango chutney, ginger, onion powder, celery salt, and lemon pepper.

Whether you’re preparing a summer barbecue, grilling chicken for a family dinner, or serving ribs at a weekend gathering, this homemade maple mango BBQ sauce offers a delicious way to enhance familiar grilled favorites.

Ingredients

½ cup of maple syrup (125ml)
½ cup of mango chutney (125ml)
½ cup of ketchup (125ml)
½ cup of bottled bbq sauce (125ml)
½ cup of tomato sauce (125ml)
1 tablespoon of ginger powder (15ml)
1 tablespoon of onion powder (15ml)
1 tablespoon of celery salt (15ml)
1 tablespoon of lemon pepper (15ml)
2 tablespoons of hot sauce (optional) (30ml)
Juice of 1 lemon

Method

Place all of the ingredients into a non-reactive heavy bottomed sauce pan.
Place over medium low heat and cook for 20 minutes without letting the sauce boil. Stir occasionally.

Serving Suggestions

For a classic barbecue pairing, brush the sauce over grilled chicken breasts, thighs, or drumsticks during the final minutes of cooking. The maple syrup and mango chutney create a flavorful glaze that complements the savory taste of the chicken. Serve with grilled corn, coleslaw, or roasted potatoes for a satisfying meal.

For a backyard burger night, use the maple mango BBQ sauce as a flavorful topping for beef burgers or grilled chicken sandwiches. Its fruity sweetness creates an interesting alternative to traditional ketchup or barbecue sauce.

For entertaining, serve the sauce as a dipping condiment alongside grilled skewers, crispy potatoes, or barbecue appetizers. Its rich texture and colorful appearance make it an inviting addition to a mixed barbecue platter.

Final Thoughts

This Maple Mango BBQ Sauce Recipe brings together the rich sweetness of maple syrup, the fruity character of mango chutney, and the familiar tanginess of tomato-based barbecue sauce.

Featured on License to Grill, Rob Rainford’s recipe demonstrates how everyday pantry ingredients can be combined to create a flavorful homemade condiment that elevates grilled meats and vegetables.

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