Chicken Barbecue Sauce
Few sauce recipes are as satisfying as a well-made Chicken Barbecue Sauce. The star here is (30 ml) peanut oil, supported by a short list of everyday ingredients. Most of the time is hands-off while the oven does its thing, which makes it an easy one to fit around other dishes. Scroll down for the ingredients, the step-by-step method, and answers to the questions we get asked most about it.
- Cook 5 min
- Total 5 min
- Serves 2
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) peanut oil
- 1 tsp (5 mL) walnut oil
- 2 tbsp 2 tablespoons (30 mL) mild chili sauce (the kind just slightly hotter than ketchup), 30 mL) mild chili sauce (the kind just slightly hotter than ketchup
- 1 tsp 1 teaspoon (5 mL) Worcestershire sauce (see below for vegetarian alternative), 5 mL) Worcestershire sauce (see below for vegetarian alternative
- 1 tsp (5 mL) teriyaki marinade
- 2 tsp (10 mL) tandoori powder
- 2 ml White pepper
- 2 ml Herbal salt
- 1 small 1 small, dried, crunched piri-piri chile pepper, dried, crunched piri-piri chile pepper
Method
- Mix everything together in a small mixing bowl.
- Use a brush to apply a thick layer of the sauce to your favorite chicken parts or vegetarian alternative.
- Barbecue chicken over fire, charcoal or in the oven.
Tips for the best Chicken Barbecue Sauce
- For a milder version, remove the chilli seeds; for more heat, add them at the start so the oil picks it up.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
- Preheat the oven fully before anything goes in — a cold start changes the texture.
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 9 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
Variations
- Individual portions: divide into ramekins or a muffin tin and reduce the baking time by about a third.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Mild version: halve the chilli and finish with a spoon of yoghurt or cream to soften the heat.
Serving ideas
Finish with fresh herbs and serve family-style in the middle of the table.
Storage
Cool completely, then refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave until piping hot. Freezes well for up to 3 months.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make Chicken Barbecue Sauce ahead of time?
Yes. It actually improves after a few hours, so make it earlier in the day and reheat gently before serving.
How many people does this Chicken Barbecue Sauce recipe serve?
As written it serves 2. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 2×2.
How long does Chicken Barbecue Sauce take to make?
About 5 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 5 minutes of cooking.
What can I substitute for (30 ml) peanut oil?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Is this Chicken Barbecue Sauce recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 9 ingredients and 3 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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