Smoky Tex-Mex Barbecue Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup onion, minced
3/4 cup ketchup
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 teaspoons brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke

Preparation

In a saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat; fry the garlic and onion, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes.
Add the ketchup, water, vinegar, sugar, chili powder, oregano, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, mustard, salt and liquid smoke; bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat and simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
Let cool before using for marinating or basting. If using as a dipping sauce, measure off the required amount, reheat and thin with a little water.