Bobbie Q Sauce Barbecue Sauce

Bold, tangy, and irresistibly smoky, Bobbie Q Sauce Barbecue Sauce is your new go-to condiment for elevating grilled and smoked dishes. This flavor-packed recipe combines the richness of ketchup, dark brown sugar, and molasses with the zesty kick of apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Liquid smoke and a medley of spices—including paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder—deliver a deep, aromatic complexity that's perfect for slathering on ribs, chicken, or brisket. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy homemade barbecue sauce strikes the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky, ensuring it pairs well with a variety of dishes. Whether you use it as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce, Bobbie Q Sauce is guaranteed to become a star addition to your summer cookouts and meal-prep rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup dark brown sugar
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, dark brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and molasses. Stir to combine until smooth.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, liquid smoke, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir thoroughly to incorporate all the spices.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.

Step 5

If the sauce thickens too much, add the water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature. The sauce will thicken slightly as it cools.

Step 7

Transfer the sauce to a clean jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Step 8

Serve the Bobbie Q Sauce as a flavorful addition to your favorite grilled or smoked meats, or use as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	566 grams (566.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	845

Total Fat 1.00g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2042mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 214.90g	78%
Dietary Fiber 2.50g	9%
Total Sugars 189.50g
Protein 1.80g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 239mg	18%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1062mg	23%

*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: 1.0%

Protein: 0.8%

Carbs: 98.2%