Spiced Tomato Dipping Sauce - Moroccan Style

• 1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
• 3/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon hot paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 pinch cayenne
• 1 pinch ground cloves
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes, coarsely chopped (reserve juice)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

1. Saute onion, garlic, ginger and spices in olive oil in large saucepan over moderately low heat.
2. Stir frequently until onion is softened, about 4 minutes.
3. Stir in vinegar and simmer over moderately low heat about 1 minute.
4. Add tomatoes with juice and brown sugar.
5. Increase heat slighly and simmer, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened, about 30 minutes.
6. Cool slightly.
7. Puree sauce in blender or food processor until smooth.
8. Be careful when blending hot liquids.
9. Serve at room temp or slightly warmer.

onion, clove garlic, fresh ginger, cumin, hot paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, ground cloves, olive oil, cider vinegar, tomatoes, brown sugar

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/spiced-tomato-dipping-sauce-moroccan-style-94395 (may not work)