Homemade Barbecue Sauce

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You can always use a good-quality store-bought barbecue sauce, but this tangy homemade version is a great alternative.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 2 cups pureed canned tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup red wine
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes or to taste
  • Salt to taste

Method

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3 minutes or until softened. Add garlic, chili powder, cumin and coriander and sauté for 1 minute. Add tomatoes, vinegar, wine, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, molasses, mustards, lemon rind and chili flakes, whisk to combine and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes or until sauce is thickened and flavours have combined. Season with salt to taste. Transfer mixture to a food processor and blend until slightly chunky. Makes about 21/2 cups.