Lean-And-Mean Texas Barbecue Sauce

Noo's Note:

If you like a sauce that is spicy but not too sweet..this is it. Great for brisket, but works well on steak,pork, chicken and burgers too.

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 6 cups

• 1 (14 ounce) bottle ketchup
• 1 cup cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 1/4 cup pure chili powder (not a blend)
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar (optional)
• 1/3 cup beef brisket (optional) or 1/3 cup bacon drippings (optional)
• 3 cups water

Directions:

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a non reactive saucepan, stirring well to mix. Bring to the boil then reduce the heat to simmer, uncovered , until sauce thickens, stirring regularly for about 20 minutes.
2. Use immediately or transfer to jars,with a piece of plastic wrap under the lid,cool to room temperature and ripen in the fridge for 2-3days in the fridge before using.This will keep for several months.

Reviews

[rosie316]

I just made this today to use this weekend (I wanted to give it time to blend in the fridge). So far it smells and tastes great. I did only add 1/2 the chili powder (I was afraid it would be too hot). I will taste it again tomorrow and decide if it needs more heat. I did use "apple cider vinegar" (I think its sort of the same as "cider vinegar"). Either way... it tastes good. I will post an update when we use it this weekend. Thank you for posting your recipe. (Made for "Alphabet Soup" tag)