Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 each vidalia onion, finely chopped
  • 2 clove garlic, peeled
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp smoked sweet paprika
  • 2 tbsp ancho chile powder or any mild chili powder
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup cider vinegar
  • 1 cup brewed coffee
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
  • 1 salt and pepper to taste

Method

  • in a medium saucepan, melt butter in oil over medium heat.
  • when foam subsides, add onion and garlic
  • add ancho powder, cumin, coriander and paprika.
  • cook stirring until fragrant about a minute
  • add ketchup and brown sugar.
  • stir and cook just until the sugar dissolves
  • stir in coffee, broth, vinegar and worchestershire sauce
  • season with salt and pepper
  • simmer over medium low heat until onions are soft and liquid is reduced by half, about 25 minutes
  • transfer to a blender and process until smooth
  • will keep in frig for 1 month in tightly covered container
  • This is good on grilled meats and poultry, pork spare ribs.
  • Also makes a great addition to baked beans, chilies and stews.
  • Use it both as a glaze and a sauce
  • this makes about 1-3/4 cups