Ingredients:

  • 236ml low sodium beef broth
  • 5g beef base (e.g., Better Than Bouillon)
  • 118ml tomato ketchup
  • 30ml Worcestershire sauce
  • 12g granulated sugar
  • 5g Cajun seasoning
  • 2.5g onion powder
  • 2.5g garlic powder
  • 1.2g freshly cracked black pepper
  • 5g cornstarch
  • 5ml cold water

Instructions:

  1. Measure out 236ml of beef broth into a small saucepan.
  2. Whisk in 5g of beef base until completely dissolved over medium heat. Note: Dissolving the base early prevents salty pockets later.
  3. Add 118ml of ketchup and 30ml of Worcestershire sauce to the pan.
  4. Stir in the 12g of sugar, 5g of Cajun seasoning, and the onion and garlic powders.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer until small bubbles break the surface.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 10 minutes.
  7. In a tiny bowl, mix 5g of cornstarch with 5ml of cold water to create a slurry.
  8. Slowly drizzle the slurry into the simmering sauce until it coats the back of a spoon.
  9. Add 1.2g of black pepper and remove from heat to cool slightly.