Tamarind Barbecue Sauce

INGREDIENTS

• 2 -3 shallots, diced
• 4 large garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 inch piece ginger, peeled & chopped
• 1 pinch of smoked spanish paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin powder
• 1/2 red chili powder, to taste
• 1 pinch ground allspice
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar, to taste
• 3 -4 dried red chilies, soaked in a little hot water for 30 minutes
• 1/2 cup tamarind paste (or concentrate)
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons sambal oelek or 2 tablespoons chili paste, to taste
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon canola oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• water or juice