Ingredients

4 ounces sweet onions , finely minced
1 can no-salt-added tomato sauce
8 ounces Guinness stout ( or other stout )
6 ounces no-salt-added ketchup
2 tablespoons treacle ( ok to substitute molasses )
2 tablespoons prepared pub mustard ( , or other mustard )
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium Worcestershire sauce
1 dash hot pepper sauce ( I use Pickapeppa , but Tabasco or similar is OK )
2 cups dry mustard
1 cup brown sugar , firmly packed
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
12 ounces beer or 12 ounces ale , flat
Guinness barbecue sauce is a delicious dipping sauce or glaze for a wide range of dishes, including burgers, chicken, and ribs. The sweet and tangy flavor pairs perfectly with grilled meats, and the addition of Guinness adds an extra layer of complexity to the sauce. This recipe makes enough sauce to generously coat four large chicken breasts or one rack of ribs. It is a great way to elevate your grilled dishes and impress your guests at your next barbecue.

Instructions

1.In a heavy pot, cook onions in the olive oil over medium-low heat until they are translucent and sweet, but not browned.
2.Add the tomato sauce, ketchup, Guinness, treacle, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and hot pepper sauce to the pot and stir to combine.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry mustard, brown sugar, salt, and turmeric. Add the dry ingredients to the pot and stir until combined.
4.Cook sauce over low heat, stirring occasionally for 20 minutes.
5.Combine the beer or ale with the flat Guinness before adding it to the sauce. Simmer the sauce for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

PROS

This barbecue sauce is a lovely balance of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for grilled dishes.

The Guinness beer gives the sauce its unique flavor and aroma.

It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

CONS

This sauce takes some time to make and requires a lot of ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this sauce is not particularly healthy, some of its ingredients contain beneficial nutrients.
For example, onion is a good source of vitamins C and B6, and can help boost your immune system.
Tomato sauce is rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that may help reduce the risk of cancer.
However, this sauce is high in sugar and should be consumed in moderation.

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