Western South Carolina-Style Barbecue Sauce

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The battle of the BBQ between states is a big deal, and sauce is one of the most defining differences in styles. This South Carolina sauce works best with pork but can also be used on chicken.

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serves/makes:

ready in:
under 30 minutes

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ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 medium onion, very finely chopped
2 medium garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup ketchup

directions

Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 4-5 minutes or until the onion is soft.

Add the vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, brown sugar, paprika, salt, and cayenne. Mix well then bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer then stir in the ketchup. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes or until the barbecue sauce has thickened.

Remove the pan from the heat and let the sauce cool a bit. Use immediately or let the sauce cool completely and then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.