Anise is a plant in the
parsley family; its seeds have a sweet licorice flavor. Anise
liqueur adds an intriguing flavor to this barbecue sauce, one
that will have will have guests asking for the secret ingredient.
Anise-Lemon
Barbecue Sauce
- 2 cups tomato ketchup
1 cup chili sauce
1/2 cup anise liqueur (see note)
1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Combine ketchup, chili
sauce, anise liqueur, dark brown sugar, lemon juice and Worcestershire
sauce in a saucepan. Heat thoroughly, stirring until well mixedl.
- Use for hot dogs, hamburgers,
spareribs, seafood and chicken.
Makes about 4 1/2 cups.
Note: Pastis, ouzo, anesone
and anisette are some examples of anise liqueurs; some common
brand names include Galliano and Pernod.