Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup minced onion
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
  • 1 tablespoon mild chili powder
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes in puree
  • 1 (12 ounce) bottle amber beer, such as Dos Equis
  • 1 cup tomato-based hot salsa
  • 1/2 cup catsup
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 4 chipotle chiles in adobo, minced
  • 2 tablespoons adobo seasoning, from can
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons unsulphured molasses
  • 1/2 teaspoon liquid hickory liquid smoke
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method

  • Saute onions and garlic in oil until soft.
  • Stir in the chile powder and cook on low, covered, for 5 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until thickened.
  • Cool, then puree if desired for a smoother sauce.
  • Refrigerate or freeze until needed.