COFFEE BARBECUE SAUCE
Brewed coffee and instant coffee granules add rich color and depth to this sweet-and-sour sauce. It’s wonderful spooned over grilled chicken or pork chops.
—JULIA BUSHREE COMMERCE CITY, CO
PREP: 15 MIN. • COOK: 50 MIN. • MAKES: 4 1/2 CUPS
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups ketchup
1 cup cider vinegar
1 cup honey
1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 35-45 minutes or until desired consistency, stirring occasionally.