Barbecue Sauce
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Вј cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
One 14ВЅ-ounce can diced tomatoes
1ВЅ cups chicken stock
ВЅ cup carrot juice (optional)
Вј cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey (optional)
1ВЅ tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
ВЅ teaspoon salt
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a medium saucepan, and then sautГ© the onions and garlic for about 2 minutes.
- Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour the mixture in a blender (or use an immersion blender) and puree until smooth.
NOTES: Always be careful when putting hot liquid in a blender. If you desire a thinner sauce, thin to your desired consistency with added stock or water.