Memphis barbecue sauce for chicken

By PAUL KIRK, KC Baron of Barbecue

This is a Memphis-style barbecue sauce for chicken.

Ingredients

• 2 cups ketchup
• 1/2 cup prepared mustard
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon fine grind black pepper
• 1 tablespoon granulated onion
• 2 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 2 teaspoons celery salt
• 2 teaspoons liquid smoke (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Canola oil

Preparation

In a saucepan, combine all the ingredients except the oil.  Stir to dissolve the ingredients and bring it to a boil.  As soon as it reaches a low boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Then blend in the oil with a wire whisk, and simmer an additional 5 minutes.

Makes about 3 cups.

Related information

• Paul Kirk's championship chicken barbecue