Memphis Barbecue Sauce

By markemilw

Ingredients

• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon mild chili powder
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon cayenne (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Melt butter in a saucepan over a medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until lightly browned. Add remaining ingredients (vinegar last), reduce heat and simmer over low for 20 minutes. Allow to cool. Optionally you can puree this sauce to make a smoother barbecue sauce.