Smokin’ Southwestern Spicy BBQ Sauce

Sure! Here’s the recipe for Gene’s Favorite Kick Tail BBQ Sauce, a zesty concoction that’s sure to elevate your grilling game to new heights. This Southwestern U.S.-inspired sauce packs a punch with its spicy kick and is ready in under 60 minutes, making it an easy and flavorful addition to any barbecue spread. 🌶️🔥

Gene’s Favorite Kick Tail BBQ Sauce

Ingredients:

• 1 onion
• 2 cups ketchup
• 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1/2 cup cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon dry mustard
• 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
• 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons butter

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 3828.3
• Fat: 242.7g
• Saturated Fat: 147g
• Cholesterol: 610.1mg
• Sodium: 19563.6mg
• Carbohydrates: 433.6g
• Fiber: 14.7g
• Sugar: 368.7g
• Protein: 33.1g

Servings: Makes approximately 1 batch of sauce

Instructions:

1. Prep the Ingredients:

   • Peel and roughly chop the onion.
   • Measure out the ketchup, fresh lime juice, cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, dry mustard, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic powder, chili powder, Tabasco sauce, tamarind paste, honey, and butter.

2. Blend the Onion:

   • Add the chopped onion and 1/2 cup of lime juice to a blender.
   • Blend until smooth, creating a flavorful onion puree.

3. Combine Ingredients:

   • Transfer the onion puree to a medium-sized saucepan.
   • Add in the remaining ingredients: ketchup, cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, dry mustard, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic powder, chili powder, Tabasco sauce, tamarind paste, honey, and butter.

4. Bring to a Boil:

   • Place the saucepan over medium heat.
   • Stir the mixture well to combine all the ingredients.
   • Bring the sauce to a gentle boil.

5. Simmer:

   • Once the sauce reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low.
   • Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
   • The sauce will thicken slightly as it simmers, developing rich flavors.

6. Cool and Store:

   • After simmering, remove the saucepan from the heat.
   • Let the BBQ sauce cool to room temperature.
   • Transfer the sauce to airtight containers or jars for storage.
   • Store the sauce in the refrigerator.
   • Gene’s Favorite Kick Tail BBQ Sauce will keep well for up to two weeks when stored properly.

Enjoy Your BBQ Sauce:
Whether slathered on ribs, brushed on chicken, or used as a dipping sauce for fries, Gene’s Favorite Kick Tail BBQ Sauce is sure to add a burst of bold flavor to your favorite grilled dishes. So fire up the grill and get ready to impress your family and friends with this mouthwatering homemade sauce! 🍖🔥