Bobby Flay's Texas-Style Barbecue Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large Spanish onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
  • 5 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 3 cups canned plum tomatoes, with juices, pureed
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 4 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 to 4 canned chipotle chilies in adobo sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
In a large, heavy saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.

Add tomatoes and water and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer 10 minutes. Add remaining ingredients and simmer; stirring occasionally, 30 to 40 minutes, until thickened. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.

Pour into a bowl and cool to room temperature for serving.

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