Ingredients

The following ingredients have 16 Servings
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ cup onion (finely chopped )
  • 1 teaspoon jalapeño (minced )
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup pure maple syrup (or dark brown sugar)
  • 1 tablespoon paprika (or smoked paprika)
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon chipotle pepper powder
  • ¾ cup tomato paste
  • ¾ cup orange juice

Instruction

  • Heat oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté, occasionally stirring, until softened for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in minced jalapeños and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Turn heat down to medium low.
  • Whisk in vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, maple syrup, paprika, salt, and chipotle powder, tomato paste, and orange juice.
  • Bring sauce to a simmer, then cook over low heat until thickened and acidity of the sauce has reduced. Stir occasionally, about 20 minutes.
  • Strain the barbecue sauce through a fine mesh strainer. Allow to cool to room temperature, and then serve with your favorite meat.
  • Transfer to an airtight container or jar if not using immediately. Good for up to 5 days and keep refrigerated.