Be the first to Bourbon barbecue sauce is a favorite at a number of chain restaurants. It's easy to make at home. Great for poultry, beef, and pork.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 Tablespoon butter
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Hungarian paprika
- 1/3 cup bourbon whiskey
Preparation:
In a large, heavy saucepan, melt the butter with the oil. Saute the onions until tender. Add the garlic and cook 2 minutes longer.Combine the molasses, ketchup, vinegar, mustard, pepper, lemon juice, zest, soy sauce, paprika, and bourbon. Stir into onion mixture.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool and refrigerate in a covered container.
Yield: 2-1/2 cups
Source: 500 Treasured Country Recipes by Martha Storey & Friends (Storey Communications)
Reprinted with permission.
