Homemade Spicy Sambal Barbecue Sauce |
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Prep Time: 24 Minutes Cook Time: 120 Minutes |
Ready In: 144 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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Sambal Oelek is made with chilies and is very hot so start with 2 tablespoons and increase to up to 4 tablespoons. Plan ahead the sauce needs to chill for 24 hours before using. Ingredients:
1 small onion, finely chopped |
2 stalks celery, finely diced |
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped |
3 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste) |
1/4 cup brown sugar |
4 tablespoons oil |
1 bay leaf |
1 1/2 tablespoons dijon mustard |
2 tablespoons sambal oelek chili paste (use up to 4 tablespoons) |
3 cups ketchup |
3/4 cup canned crushed tomatoes |
1/2 teaspoon chili powder |
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce |
1/4 cup honey |
1/4 cup red wine vinegar |
salt |
Directions:
1. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add in onion, celery, green pepper and garlic; saute until tender (about 5-6 minutes).
3. Reduce the heat and stir in the brown sugar, stirring constantly until the sugar has dissolved.
4. Add in all the remaining ingredients (start with 1 tablespoon sambal adding in more to taste) mix to combine and simmer over low heat for a minumum of 2 hours.
5. Season with more salt to taste.
6. Cover and refrigerate 24 hours before using.
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