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Homemade chipotle molasses BBQ sauce

By Jennifer Joyce

Homemade condiments will always have the edge over shop-bought. This quick barbecue sauce is spicy, tangy and sweet

Prep:10 mins
Cook:20 mins

Easy

Nutrition per serving

kcal 20
fat 0g
saturates 0g
carbs 4g
sugars 4g
fibre 0g
protein 0g
salt 0.1g

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
½ small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
100ml apple cider vinegar
85g dark soft brown sugar
1½ tsp mustard powder
1½ tsp smoked paprika
1½ tsp celery salt
2 tsp hot chilli powder
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tsp chipotle paste
2 tbsp tomato purée
1 tbsp liquid smoke (optional - see tip, below)
350ml passata
75ml black treacle

Tip

Liquid smoke

If you want to add a slow-cooked American barbecue flavour to your food, but don't have time for hours of smoking, liquid smoke is just the ticket. It's essentially flavoured wood smoke that has been distilled into a liquid. Various types of wood are used to produce different flavours, including the popular hickory or more obscure apple & mesquite. Add a dash to marinades, stews, sauces or salad dressings, or simply brush over food before cooking.

Method

Heat oil in a large saucepan. Add onion and garlic and cook for 5 mins or until soft. Add the rest of the ingredients.
Bring to the boil, turn down to simmer for 15 mins, then leave to cool.