California Fig Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients

• 8 California Dried Figs, stems removed and chopped
• 1 ½ cups ketchup
• 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
• 1/3 cup seasoned rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons chipotle puree (see Cook's Note)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon molasses
• ½ teaspoon anchovy paste (optional)
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
• 2 ½ to 3 cups water, more if a thinner sauce is desired
• Additional salt and pepper to taste, if desired