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Ancho Chile BBQ Sauce

Ancho Chile BBQ Sauce

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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 53 minutes
Total Time: 58 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

Discover the bold flavors of Ancho Chile BBQ Sauce, a smoky, sweet, and spicy condiment perfect for grilling and dipping.

Ingredients 

  • 3 Ancho chili peppers
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ¼ cup cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne powder, adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, adjust to taste
  • 2 teaspoon Ancho chili powder, adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin, adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, adjust to taste
  • ½ cup soaking water or stock, for thinning

Instructions

  • Remove the stems and seeds from the 3 Ancho chili peppers. Place them in a bowl and pour in ½ cup soaking water or stock to soak for 10-15 minutes until soft. Once softened, blend into a paste and set aside.
  • In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped 1 medium yellow onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in minced 2 cloves garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in the 2 tablespoons tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
  • Add ¼ cup cider vinegar, ¼ cup light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauceand 2 tablespoons molasses . Stir in the rehydrated Ancho chili paste. Mix well and bring to a simmer.
  • Stir in 1 teaspoon cayenne powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 2 teaspoon Ancho chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Allow the sauce to simmer on low heat for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • If the sauce becomes too thick, add a little soaking water or stock until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as necessary.
  • Let the sauce cool before serving, or refrigerate it for later use. Enjoy!

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Spoon

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 116kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 403mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 3719IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 2mg