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BBQ Sauce

This homemade BBQ sauce is a perfect blend of sweetness and tang, ideal for enhancing your grilling experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Storage container

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.
  2. Stir in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir occasionally until the mixture begins to simmer, about 5 minutes.
  4. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. After 15 minutes, taste the sauce and adjust sweetness or tanginess as desired.
  6. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool.
  7. Transfer the sauce to a storage container and refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

This BBQ sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Perfect for marinating, dipping, or slathering on grilled meats.