Tequila Cocktail Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup tequila
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the tequila, lime juice, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and honey. Whisk to combine.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper.
4. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
5. Remove from the heat and let cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Tequila is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from the agave plant.
• The agave plant is native to Mexico and has been used for centuries for its medicinal and culinary properties.
• The addition of honey to this recipe adds a subtle sweetness that helps to balance out the tangy flavor of the lime juice.
• Using freshly squeezed lime juice instead of store-bought lime juice will give the sauce a brighter, more vibrant flavor.