Monkey Gland Sauce

Monkey Gland Sauce is a bold and flavor-packed South African sauce that promises to elevate your favorite dishes with its unique fusion of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. Made with a harmonious blend of ripe canned tomatoes, fruit chutney, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of garlic, this versatile condiment is further enhanced by a touch of soy sauce and brown sugar for depth and balance. Perfectly spiced and customizable with optional Tabasco for a kick of heat, this rich and velvety sauce is simmered to perfection and can be served over grilled meats, burgers, or even as a delectable dipping sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick yet gourmet addition to your recipe repertoire is sure to impress at any meal. Try it now to bring a taste of South African cuisine to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or olive)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup canned chopped tomatoes
• 4 tablespoons fruit chutney
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Tabasco or hot sauce (optional)
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Heat the oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste and sauté for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to enhance its flavor.

Step 5

Pour in the canned chopped tomatoes and stir well to combine.

Step 6

Add the fruit chutney, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, white vinegar, and brown sugar to the pan. Stir to mix thoroughly.

Step 7

If you desire some heat, add Tabasco or your preferred hot sauce at this stage.

Step 8

Pour in the water, then season with salt and black pepper. Stir everything well.

Step 9

Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld.

Step 10

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may add a bit more sugar if you prefer a sweeter taste.

Step 11

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly.

Step 12

Use an immersion blender or transfer the sauce to a blender and blend until smooth, if you prefer a finer consistency.

Step 13

Serve the sauce warm over grilled meats, burgers, or as a dipping sauce. Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	698.1 grams (698.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	560

Total Fat 28.20g	36%
Saturated Fat 4.00g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2703mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 75.10g	27%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 54.50g
Protein 7.10g	14%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 166mg	13%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1374mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.6%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 51.6%