French Quarter Sauce
Description
This French Quarter Sauce is a vibrant, easy-to-make condiment that brings the bold flavors of New Orleans to your kitchen. With a perfect balance of sweetness from brown sugar, acidity from lemon juice, and depth from Worcestershire sauce, it creates a glossy, rich glaze. The grated onion cooks down into the sauce, providing a subtle aromatic background without large chunks. It pairs beautifully with grilled ribs, chicken, or even as a dipping sauce for fried foods. Simple ingredients come together quickly over low heat to create a sauce that is both indulgent and versatile.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat the salad oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
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Add the grated onion and cook, stirring frequently, until tender and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
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Stir in the tomato sauce, water, brown sugar, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, prepared mustard, salt, and pepper.
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Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.
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Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 243.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15.7g25%
- Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 10752.5mg449%
- Total Carbohydrate 25.3g9%
- Dietary Fiber 1.8g8%
- Sugars 19.1g
- Protein 2.1g5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
This sauce yields enough to baste approximately 4 pounds of loin back ribs or spareribs.
Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
For a thinner consistency, add additional water or broth during the simmering process.
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