West Texas Barbecue Sauce

Submitted by Pit Master Mark

"This is one of my favorite tomato-based barbecue sauces. It's great on turkey, chicken, pork and, of course, beef! This is the sauce on turkey meatballs."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 2 cups
• Serves: 16

ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon molasses
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or 1 tablespoon red wine
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons granulated onion
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1⁄2 cup water (optional)

directions

1. 1. In a medium bowl whisk together the ingredients in the order they are listed.
2. 2. I enjoy using a mortar and pestle to grind the black pepper and cumin fresh but you can use pre-ground pepper and cumin.
3. 3. Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes (optional).