A Good Barbecue Sauce

Dive into the irresistible flavors of homemade barbecue with "A Good Barbecue Sauce," a perfect blend of tangy, sweet, and smoky notes that will elevate your grilled dishes to the next level. Made with pantry staples like ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar, this sauce gets an extra kick from Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of smoked paprika. A touch of honey and a dash of hot sauce balance the flavors for the ultimate crowd-pleasing glaze or dip. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for slathering over ribs, chicken, or burgers. Refrigerate it to let the flavors deepen and pair it with your favorite smoked or grilled meats for the ultimate barbecue experience. Perfect for cookouts, tailgates, or weeknight grilling, this versatile barbecue sauce is as bold as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and honey. Stir well to blend.

Step 2

Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and hot sauce to the saucepan. Mix until smooth.

Step 3

Slowly stir in the water to thin the sauce slightly and ensure all ingredients are incorporated.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and develops a deep flavor.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or hot sauce to your liking.

Step 7

Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Serve with your favorite grilled or smoked meats, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	478.2 grams (478.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	545

Total Fat 3.30g	4%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2801mg	122%
Total Carbohydrate 132.60g	48%
Dietary Fiber 0.90g	3%
Total Sugars 113.90g
Protein 0.80g	2%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 65mg	5%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 306mg	7%

*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: 5.3%

Protein: 0.6%

Carbs: 94.2%