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Tangy Rhubarb Sauce Recipe Easy Homemade Topping for Pancakes and Yogurt

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A tangy and fresh rhubarb sauce that balances tartness with sweetness, perfect for brightening up pancakes, yogurt, waffles, and more. Easy to make with simple ingredients and ready in about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh rhubarb stalks, chopped into 1-inch pieces (about 500g)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g), adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice (60ml)
  • 1/4 cup water (60ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rhubarb stalks under cold water and pat dry. Chop into roughly 1-inch pieces (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a medium saucepan, add the chopped rhubarb, granulated sugar, fresh orange juice, and water. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally (about 5 minutes).
  4. Once the rhubarb is soft but still holds some shape (after about 8-10 minutes of simmering), stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and ground cinnamon if using. Cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  5. Check the consistency: the sauce should be thick enough to coat a spoon but still pourable. Simmer longer if too runny or add a splash of water if too thick.
  6. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly (about 10 minutes). Transfer to a glass jar or airtight container. The sauce will thicken as it cools.

Notes

Keep an eye on the sauce as it simmers to avoid overcooking and turning it mushy. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking or burning. Adjust sugar to taste and use fresh citrus for best flavor. For chunkier texture, leave rhubarb pieces intact; mash gently for smoother sauce. Store in fridge up to one week or freeze up to three months.

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