Description
A tangy-sweet rhubarb sauce perfect for topping desserts, mixing into yogurt, or enjoying with pancakes. Simple to make and full of vibrant flavor!
Ingredients
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3 cups rhubarb, chopped
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½ cup water
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¾ cup sugar
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1 tablespoon tapioca (quick-cook variety)
Instructions
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Cook rhubarb:
In a medium saucepan, combine chopped rhubarb, water, and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. -
Thicken the sauce:
Once the rhubarb begins to break down and soften (about 10–12 minutes), add the tapioca and stir well. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Cool and serve:
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool. Serve warm or chilled over your favorite dish!
Notes
If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend it after it cools to break down the rhubarb chunks further
This sauce stores well in the fridge for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American