Classic Tomato Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients

• •1 cup (240 g) tomato paste
• •1 cup (240 ml) water
• •1/3 cup (80 ml) apple cider vinegar
• •1/4 cup (55 g) packed dark brown sugar
• •2 tablespoons molasses
• •1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• •1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• •1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• •1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• •1/2 teaspoon fine salt
• •1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

1. 1Combine the tomato paste and water in a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan and whisk until smooth.
2. 2Add the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, molasses, and Worcestershire sauce, whisking to combine.
3. 3Stir in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.
4. 4Set the pan over medium heat and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
5. 5Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
6. 6Remove from heat and taste; adjust salt, vinegar, or brown sugar as needed to balance sweet, tangy, and smoky notes.
7. 7Let the sauce cool to room temperature before transferring to a sealed jar or container; refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.

💡 For a smoother, glossier sauce, blend it briefly with an immersion blender before cooling.

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