TRADITIONAL BARBECUE SAUCE
Makes 1-1/2 cups
Barbecue sauces differ from marinades in how they are used. A marinade is used to flavor meat before cooking and for basting during grilling. Barbecue sauces are used for basting during cooking and are frequently re-cooked and later served as a sauce at the table.
1 cup chili sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano, or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke (optional, but I recommend it, if you can find it.)
In small bowl, combine all ingredients. Use as basting sauce for grilling 4 to 5 pounds chicken during last 10 to 15 minutes of cooking. Turn poultry often to avoid scorching.
Chicken Recipes - The Perdue Chicken Cookbook
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