French Quarter Sauce

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.

Cooking Method: Stewing

Cuisine: French

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Calories: 243.0

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

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

1 cup Onion, grated
1/4 cup Salad oil
1 oz can tomato sauce
1/2 cup Water
1/4 cup Brown sugar
1/4 cup Lemon juice
3 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoon Prepared mustard
2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Pepper

Directions

1
Heat the salad oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add the grated onion and cook, stirring frequently, until tender and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3
Stir in the tomato sauce, water, brown sugar, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, prepared mustard, salt, and pepper.
4
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.
5
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.

Keywords: barbecue, bbq, grilled, new orleans, rib sauce, simmered, spicy, sweet, tangy, tomato, vegan, worcestershire

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/french-quarter-sauce/