Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce - Sugar-Free Recipe (2024)

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A sweet and tangy sauce that is a delicious condiment for your toast, topping ice cream!

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This Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce is a sugar-free recipe that is a delicious condiment to spread on your morning toast, on top of ice cream, or even as a side to a grilled venison steak!

What is better than a piece of toast with some sugar free Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce? Maybe a piece of keto toasting bread that has also been buttered! This recipe is a great staple to have in your refrigerator year round!

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Strawberries and Rhubarb - the perfect combination

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I have always had a love for rhubarb. When I was a kid, I would take a stalk, wash it off, and dip it in some sugar for a tangy sweet treat! I think of it as my "sour patch kids" kind of candy (which did not exist when I was a kid!).

While I do love rhubarb on it's own, I also love adding strawberries to it. Strawberries add another flavor blend to this sauce that makes it a little bit sweeter. I prefer to make this a sugar-free recipe by using a sweetener that is keto friendly. Something Erythritol based or a Stevia blend.

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Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce Q&A

What is Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce?

It is a condiment that is made by simmering the two ingredients together on a cooktop with a little bit of water, sugar, and lemon juice.

What can you use Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce for?

You can enjoy this recipe as a side dish for meats, as a topping for ice cream or cake, or in a small bowl all on it's own!

Can you freeze Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce?

Yes, it can be frozen up to 6 months in a tightly sealed container. Alternatively, you can store it in a sealed container in your refrigerator up to 2 weeks.

Do you need to add a thickening agent to Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce?

The sauce will thicken on its own as it simmers. However, if you want it to be thicker faster, you can mix a little bit of cornstarch in some cold water, then stir it into the hot mixture and cook it until it thickens to your liking.

Can you can Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce?

You can hot pack the sauce in hot sterilized jars. There is no need to process the sauce. Once it is hot packed, you will set the jars aside, cover with a towel, and let the jars cool down. As you do so, you will hear the tops "pop" which means it has sealed the jar shut.

Does it matter what kind of sweetener I use to make Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce a sugar-free recipe?

I have had luck with several sugar-free sweeteners. My favorites are Bocha Sweet, Swerve Confectioner, and Truvia.

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Steps in making Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce

Starting with the rhubarb and strawberries, clean and chop fruit and stalks. I use my biscuit cutter to chop my strawberries, but you could use your food processor if you prefer. For me, the biscuit cutter is less mess to wash. Even though it includes a little manual labor.

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Add all ingredients to a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer. The sauce will thicken as it cooks down. And, this recipe will produce 4 cups of Sugar-Free Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce.

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To store the sauce, you can place in jars and keep in your refrigerator up to 2 weeks or, you can freeze up to 3 months.

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Tips for making Sugar-Free Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce

  • Pick the best looking stalks. Stalks that are red make the best looking sauce. However if you happen to have a greener rhubarb, that is fine. It will taste the same. If you need the red color, just add a couple drops of red food coloring!
  • Any type of sweetener will work. If you aren't sugar free, then you can use regular sugar in the same measured amount. My favorite for this particular recipe is Bocha Sweet.
  • Chop the strawberries instead of slicing them. Strawberries don't break down as fast as rhubarb does. Cutting them smaller will help in breaking the berries up. I use my hand food chopper to do the job.

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Sugar-Free Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce

Shelby Law Ruttan

A sweet and tangy sauce that is a delicious condiment for your toast, topping ice cream!

4.54 from 15 votes

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Condiment

Cuisine American

Servings 9

Calories 9 kcal

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 2-½ cups rhubarb
  • 1 cup strawberries
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup Bocha Sweet
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Place chopped berries and rhubarb in large saucepan.

  • Add water, sweetener, lemon juice and salt.

  • Bring rhubarb mixture to a boil. Turn down heat and simmer on stove for 30-45 minutes. Rhubarb should thicken on its own while simmering.

  • Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks. Or, store in freezer up to 6 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 9servingsCalories: 9kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 67mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Keyword Rhubarb Sauce, Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce, Sugar Free Rhubarb Sauce

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About Shelby Law Ruttan

Honeybunch Hunts is a website dedicated to sharing canning and dehydrating recipes, wild game recipes, fish, seafood, plant based recipes, and some DIY scattered in between. Written by Shelby Law Ruttan, is also author and owner of Grumpy’s Honeybunch, and The Best Vegetarian Recipes. Shelby has also authored two cookbooks, The One Pot Paleo Cookbook and The Pescatarian Keto Cookbook.

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Comments

  1. Pat

    I disagree with the carb count on this recipe. Is it 6.7 grams carbs? Can't be 67 mg.

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    • Shelby Law Ruttan

      I think maybe you read the nutrition card incorrectly. It is 67 mg of sodium. 2 grams of carbs, and 1 net carb (2 carbs minus 1 fiber). Thanks!

      Reply

  2. Dianne

    Hello, If I wanted to use Truvia, would I still use the 1/2 cup like Boca Sweet?

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    • Shelby Law Ruttan

      Hi Diane, for Bocha Sweet is a 1:1 ratio. So, 1/2 cup of sugar is equal to 1/2 up Bocha Sweet. I would look at the conversion chart on the back of your Truvia package to see what their ratio is. I have used the Truvia Sugar Blend before and that is 1/4 cup of truvia to 1/2 cup of sugar. I'm not sure what Truvia sweetener you are using though, so I highly recommend reading the packaging and use whatever is equivalent to 1/2 cup of sugar.

      Reply

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FAQs

What fruits pair well with rhubarb? ›

Rhubarb flavor pairings:
  • any type of berries, but especially strawberries.
  • vanilla.
  • almond.
  • cardamom.
  • lemon.
  • apples.
  • mint.
  • ginger.
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What do people use rhubarb for? ›

Rhubarb is often seen as jam or compote with or without strawberries. In addition, it's used in many different types of sweet desserts, from pies and tarts to cakes and cookies. Beyond dessert, there are many savory uses for rhubarb.

What does strawberry rhubarb taste like? ›

Strawberry and Rhubarb complement each other very well. The tartness of the rhubarb just intensifies the sweet flavor of the strawberries. The overall flavor isn't overly sweet or overly tart; it's just right.

Is rhubarb good for your stomach? ›

The fiber in rhubarb helps keep things moving through your digestive tract, preventing problems such as constipation. It also contains compounds called sennosides, which act as natural laxatives. The tannins in rhubarb also provide anti-diarrheal effects.

What can't you eat on rhubarb? ›

Rhubarb leaves contain a poison called oxalic acid, so should never be eaten – cut them off and discard. Maincrop rhubarb can sometimes have tough, stringy ribs, so after washing it, strip these off with a small, sharp knife and slice the stalk thinly or thickly as required.

What compliments rhubarb? ›

Herbs: Rhubarb's tartness pairs well with herbs like thyme, mint, and basil, which can add a refreshing and aromatic dimension to the drink. Spices: Spices like ginger, cinnamon and cardamom can add depth and warmth to rhubarb-based co*cktails, and are a great addition to winter co*cktail recipes.

Can you plant rhubarb and strawberries together? ›

Strawberries and rhubarb are just as good together in the garden as they are in the kitchen: They're harvested at the same time and don't compete for nutrients or space. As a living mulch, strawberries also act as ground cover for rhubarb, tamping down weeds.

Why is rhubarb paired with strawberries? ›

Rhubarb, when mixed with strawberries, gives you that sourness to balance the sweetness and the complexity.

Can you eat rhubarb and pineapple together? ›

Strawberry is a natural, if not cliché, pairing because of their natural sweetness. Pineapple has such a delicious acidity with a balanced sugar content that I found to pair beautifully with rhubarb.

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