BBQ & thyme chilli sauce

Method:
1. For the classic barbecue sauce: Combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, whisking until the sugar dissolves.

2. Let simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool before using.

3. For the thyme chilli sauce: Combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a small saucepan. Bring to a rapid simmer, whisking until the honey dissolves and the sauce starts to thicken.

4. Let simmer for 5 minutes until thickened. Remove from the heat and let cool before using.

5. For the herb oil: Combine all the ingredients in a food processor. Blend on high until evenly combined, about 30 seconds.

6. Pour into a jar and keep covered at room temperature before using.

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Ingredients

• For the classic barbecue sauce:
• 175 g | 3/4 cup soft brown sugar
• 175 g | 3/4 cup tomato ketchup
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp mustard powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• For the thyme chilli sauce:
• 175 g | 3/4 cup honey
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar

• 2 tsp tomato purée
• 1 tsp cornflour
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried chilli flakes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• For the herb oil:
• 200 ml extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp thyme leaves
• 2 tbsp oregano leaves
• 1 pinch caster sugar
• 1 pinch salt

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