Branding Iron BBQ Sauce

By á-47

Ingredients

• 3 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 cup finely chopped onion
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 12 large jalapeno, minced
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes with added puree
• 1 1/2 cups tomato juice
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup prepared picante sauce (Pace is recommended brand)
• 1/2 cup dry red wine
• 1/3 cup finely chopped canned chipotle chiles en adobo
• 1/3 cup molasses
• 3 Tbsp. cider vinegar
• 2 Tbsp. packed brown sugar
• 5 tea. soy sauce
• 1/2 tea. liquid smoke (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

In a heavy nonreactive saucepan over low heat, warm the olive oil. Add the onion, garlic, and jalapeno. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes, tomato juice, ketchup, picante sauce, wine, chipotles, molasses, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and liquid smoke. Bring to a simmer, then partially cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 30 minutes.

Cool to room temperature. For a smooth sauce, puree in a food processor.

Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.

Makes about 7 cups