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Essentials: Barbecue Sauce

Source of Recipe

From "The Ultimate Burger" by America's Test Kitchen


Recipe Introduction

"Barbecue sauce is a versatile condiment, and making your own opens up a world of sweet, tangy, tomatoey flavors that store-bought bottles can't match. For a thinner, smoother texture, strain the sauce after it has finished cooking."

List of Ingredients

â—¦ 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
â—¦ 1 onion, chopped fine
â—¦ Pinch salt
â—¦ 1 clove garlic, minced
â—¦ 1 teaspoon chili powder
â—¦ 1 ¼ cups ketchup
â—¦ 6 tablespoons molasses
â—¦ 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
â—¦ 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
â—¦ 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard


Recipe

Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add onion and salt and cook until onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and chili powder and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Whisk in ketchup, molasses, vinegar, Worcestershire, and mustard. Bring sauce to simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened and reduced to about 2 cups, about 25 minutes.

Let barbecue sauce cool slightly, then transfer to airtight container and let cool to room temperature. (Barbecue sauce can be refrigerated for up to 4 days.)

Makes about 2 cups