Smoky Tex Mex Barbecue Sauce

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This is one of the best barbecue sauces i have tasted in a long time. it can be used as a marinade, a basting sauce and a dipping sauce. i used it for pork ribs but it would be good with chicken, too.

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Steps

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In a saucepan , heat the oil over medium heat.

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Fry the garlic and onion , stirring occasionally , until softened , about 3 minutes.

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Add the ketchup , water , vinegar , sugar , chili powder , oregano , worcestershire sauce , cumin , mustard , salt and liquid smoke.

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Bring to a boil.

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Reduce the heat and simmer until slightly thickened , about 3 minutes.

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Let cool before using for marinating or basting.

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If using as a dipping sauce , measure off the required amount , reheat and thin with a little water.

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Ingredients

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vegetable oil, garlic cloves, onion, ketchup, water, cider vinegar, brown sugar, chili powder, dried oregano, worcestershire sauce, ground cumin, dry mustard, salt, liquid smoke