Java Joe Barbecue Sauce

 

Ingredients:

2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 yellow onion, diced 2 tbsp garlic, minced ¼ cup chili powder 1 tbsp jalapeno, minced (or to taste) 1 cup tomato paste 1 cup brewed coffee 1 cup Worcestershire sauce          ½ cup apple cider vinegar ½ cup lightly packed brown sugar ½ cup apple cider or apple juice

Directions:

Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the chili powder and jalapeno, sauté for 1 minute. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.

Add all the remaining ingredients and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes. Can be used immediately, or let cooled to room temperature before storing in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

 

Yields

4 cups