A1 Steak Sauce Clone Copycat Homemade Substitute

Recreate the bold, zesty flavor of the classic A1 Steak Sauce with this easy, homemade copycat recipe! Packed with pantry staples like tomato paste, soy sauce, white vinegar, and a hint of citrusy orange juice, this DIY sauce achieves a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and subtly sweet flavors. Infused with notes of garlic, onion, and warm spices like cinnamon, this versatile steak sauce substitute is cooked to perfection in just 20 minutes. Ideal as a marinade, a rich dipping sauce, or a flavorful finishing touch, this recipe is an affordable and preservative-free alternative to store-bought options. Store it in your fridge for up to two weeks and elevate everything from grilled steaks to burgers and roasted veggies.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 tablespoons Raisins
• 1 cup Water
• 1 cup White Vinegar
• 0.25 cup Tomato Paste
• 0.5 cup Orange Juice
• 0.25 cup Soy Sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the raisins and water in a small saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil.

Step 2

Reduce the heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the raisins are plump and softened.

Step 3

Transfer the raisin mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.

Step 4

Return the mixture to the saucepan and add the white vinegar, tomato paste, orange juice, soy sauce, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Stir to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Remove the pan from heat and let the sauce cool completely to allow the flavors to develop.

Step 8

Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle to remove any solids for a smoother consistency (optional).

Step 9

Store the sauce in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Step 10

Enjoy your homemade A1 Steak Sauce Clone as a dip, marinade, or finishing sauce for your favorite meats!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	820.3 grams (820.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	317

Total Fat 4.10g	5%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3506mg	152%
Total Carbohydrate 53.70g	20%
Dietary Fiber 5.40g	19%
Total Sugars 34.90g
Protein 10.90g	22%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 134mg	10%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 1648mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 12.5%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 72.7%