Easy Bronco Berry Sauce (Arby's Copycat Recipe)
Learn how to recreate this sweet and spicy favorite with our easy recipe. Perfect for dipping, drizzling, and adding a flavorful punch to your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
- ¾ Cup Water
- ⅓ Cup Sugar
- ¼ Cup Corn Syrup*
- 3 Tbsp Pectin Powder*
- 2 Tsp Cornstarch*
- 1 Tsp White Vinegar*
- ¼ Tsp Red Food Coloring*
- ⅛ Tsp Onion Powder*
- ⅛ Tsp Cayenne Pepper*
- ⅛ Tsp Garlic Powder*
- ⅛ Tsp Paprika*
- ¼ Cup Red Bell Pepper minced
- ½ Tsp Jalapeno Pepper minced
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine water, corn syrup, and sugar.
- Set the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely. This mixture forms the base of the Bronco Berry Sauce.
- Add salt, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, and white vinegar to the saucepan.
- Incorporate diced red bell peppers and jalapeno peppers into the mixture. Adjust the amount of jalapeno peppers to your preferred spiciness level.
- Sprinkle pectin powder into the saucepan while stirring continuously. Pectin helps thicken the sauce.
- In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry.
- Gradually add this cornstarch mixture to the saucepan while stirring. Continue stirring gently to prevent lumps.
- Cook uncovered over medium-high heat, bringing it to a full boil while stirring continuously.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes or until the sauce thickens to your preferred consistency.
- Once it reaches the desired thickness, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.
- Add red food coloring to achieve the classic vibrant red color associated with the Arby's Bronco Berry sauce. Stir well to distribute the color evenly.
Notes
TIPS
- For a spicier sauce, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or jalapeno peppers. For a milder version, reduce or omit the spicy ingredients.
- If the sauce appears too thin, simmer it for a bit longer to achieve the desired thickness.
- If it's too thick, you can add a small amount of water to reach the right consistency.
- Pectin can thicken quickly, so stir continuously while adding it to prevent lumps. If you notice any lumps forming, you can use a whisk to smooth them out.
- Taste the sauce as you go along. Feel free to adjust the quantities of spices, vinegar, and other seasonings to match your flavor preferences.
- Let the sauce cool down before transferring it to a container. This helps the flavors meld and ensures the sauce thickens slightly as it cools.
Homemade Bronco Berry Sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for about 2 to 3 weeks. Store it in an airtight container.
It's normal for some separation to occur when the sauce is stored. Simply give it a good stir before using it to bring the consistency back together.
Homemade bronco berry sauce can also be frozen. Portion the tangy sauce into smaller containers or even ice cube trays for easy defrosting.
When you are ready to use it, you can thaw it overnight in the fridge or use the microwave for a quicker option. Remove the sauce from its container and place it in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in short intervals, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition
Serving: 1CupCalories: 544kcalCarbohydrates: 143gProtein: 1gSodium: 64mgPotassium: 124mgFiber: 2gSugar: 136gCalcium: 24mg
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