Heat Oil: Heat the oil or butter in a medium size skillet over medium heat.
Make Roux: Add in the flour and stir to mix. Will be a thick mixture. Allow this to cook for just 1-2 minutes.
Season: Add in the spices. Stir to form a thick paste.
Heat: Stir in the broth and tomato paste. Stir until smooth. Continue to heat while stirring for several minutes until the sauce is slightly thickened. Keep the heat to just below a simmer.
Use: Pour into a jar to store or use to make .
