Easy Orange Chili Barbecue Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with this Easy Orange Chili Barbecue Sauce, a vibrant fusion of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors that will transform any dish into a masterpiece. With fresh orange juice as its zesty base, this homemade sauce balances the sweetness of brown sugar and ketchup with the heat of chili paste and the depth of smoked paprika. A splash of soy sauce and apple cider vinegar adds a savory and tangy kick, making it the perfect glaze for grilled meats, a flavorful dipping sauce, or a bold barbecue base. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and versatile recipe is a must-have for summer cookouts and weeknight dinners alike. Refrigerate leftovers for up to a week and savor the delicious convenience of this irresistible homemade barbecue sauce!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fresh orange juice
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Chili paste (such as sambal oelek)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the orange juice, ketchup, and brown sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar completely.

Step 2

Add the chili paste, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly to a barbecue sauce consistency.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For more heat, add a small amount of additional chili paste; for more sweetness, add a pinch of brown sugar and stir well.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Transfer the barbecue sauce to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate if not using immediately. The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Step 8

Use as a glaze for grilled meats, a dipping sauce, or as a barbecue base for your favorite recipes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	623.5 grams (623.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	529

Total Fat 2.30g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.30g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3146mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 126.70g	46%
Dietary Fiber 3.20g	11%
Total Sugars 100.00g
Protein 6.80g	14%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 97mg	7%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 821mg	17%

*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: 3.7%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 91.4%