L.E.S Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: L.E.S Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, finely diced; 6 garlic cloves, roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 cup (2 ounces) brewed espresso or 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder dissolved in 2 ounces boiling water; 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/4 cup whiskey; 2 cups ketchup; 1 1/2 cups firmly packed dark brown sugar

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely diced
6 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup (2 ounces) brewed espresso or 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder dissolved in 2 ounces boiling water
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup whiskey
2 cups ketchup
1 1/2 cups firmly packed dark brown sugar

1
Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add the onions, garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes, and salt and cook stirring frequently, until the onions are soft and translucent and the garlic is soft, about 10 minutes.
3
Do not allow the garlic to brown (add a few tablespoons of water, if necessary, to prevent browning).
4
Add the espresso, vinegar, and whiskey and bring to a boil.
5
Remove from the heat and transfer the mixture to a blender.
6
Blend on high until smooth.
7
Return the mixture to the pan and whisk in the ketchup and brown sugar until fully incorporated and smooth.

888

kcal

Calories

Fat

165

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, finely diced, 6 garlic cloves, roughly chopped, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, L.E.S Barbecue Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

L.E.S Barbecue Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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