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Smoky Bourbon BBQ Sauce

You’ll never buy premade BBQ sauce again. This smoky bourbon BBQ sauce is irresistibly spicy, tangy and sweet. It’s the perfect accompaniment to pulled pork, pork ribs and chicken wings.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
8 Servings
Calories: 91kcal
Author: Laura Lynch

Ingredients

  • 1/4 onion cut into wedges
  • 1 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup bourbon whisky
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons tomato puree
  • 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavouring
  • 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/8 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tablespoon salt

Instructions

  • Add the onion, garlic and bourbon to a small saucepan. Simmer on low for 10 minutes until the bourbon reduces by half.
  • Add all additional ingredients and stir well.
  • Bring to the boil, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Take the pan off the heat and allow to cool.
  • Strain the sauce into a bowl.
  • Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Notes

Serves 8.

Nutrition

Serving: 8Servings | Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 577mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 174IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg