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This savory sauce combines the tang of tomatoes and vinegar with the deep sweetness of molasses and a kick of Tabasco. Aromatics like onion, garlic, and celery are simmered with warm spices including clove and allspice for a complex flavor profile. Ideal for basting meats or serving as a dipping sauce, it offers a rich, well-seasoned complement to grilled dishes.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12
Calories: 279.4
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This savory sauce combines the tang of tomatoes and vinegar with the deep sweetness of molasses and a kick of Tabasco. Aromatics like onion, garlic, and celery are simmered with warm spices including clove and allspice for a complex flavor profile. Ideal for basting meats or serving as a dipping sauce, it offers a rich, well-seasoned complement to grilled dishes.
Ingredients
  • 1 medium Onion -- chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic -- minced
  • 2 tablespoons Butter -- melted
  • 1 fluid Whole tomatoes --
  • 8 fluid Ounces tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup Celery -- chopped
  • 1/3 cup Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Green pepper -- chopped
  • 2 fresh Celery leaves -- chopped
  • 1 bay Leaf
  • 3 tablespoons Molasses
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Dry mustard
  • 2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce -- to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Clove -- ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon Allspice -- ground
  • 2 slices Lemon
Directions
  1. 1
    Saut onion and garlic in butter in a saucepan until tender.
  2. 2
    Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to boil.
  3. 3
    Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes; stir occasionally.
  4. 4
    Discard bay leaf and lemon slices.
  5. 5
    Process through a food processor if desired.
  6. 6
    Use sauce for basting and as a side dish for dipping

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 279.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.4g18%
Saturated Fat 5.6g28%
Cholesterol 21.5mg8%
Sodium 9909.6mg413%
Total Carbohydrate 51.0g17%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g51%
Sugars 18.7g
Protein 5.0g10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: allspice, blending, boiling, butter, celery, chopped, clove, dry, garlic, green, grilling, ground, international, leaf, leaves, lemon, melted, minced, molasses, mustard
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