Franklin-inspired BBQ Sauce
Aaron Franklin is an icon in the BBQ world so when I was looking for a classic barbecue sauce, I knew to look to him for inspiration. This Texas-style, Franklin-inspired BBQ Sauce is just about perfect. There are several versions of his recipe on the internet and I suppose I'm adding to the collection!
Ingredients
- ½ yellow onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic chopped small
- oil for sauteeing
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups ketchup homemade or organic
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- 3 Tablespooons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, saute the onions over medium heat till they are soft, 8-10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook till it softens, about 30 seconds.
- Add the apple cider vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Stir to mix and cook until the brown sugar is dissolved.
- Add the chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the sauce is the thickness that you want.
- Transfer the sauce to the jar of a blender and blend until smooth.
Notes
If you're into making your own sauces, look for my recipes for homemade ketchup and Worcestershire sauce!
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