Get ready to elevate your grilling game with this irresistible Finger Lickin' Good BBQ Sauce! Bursting with smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors, this homemade sauce combines pantry staples like ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and honey with bold spices such as smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne pepper for the perfect kick. Infused with a touch of liquid smoke, this sauce delivers that authentic barbecue flavor in just 20 minutes. Whether slathered on ribs, brushed over chicken, or served as a versatile dipping sauce, this rich and flavorful BBQ sauce will take any dish to the next level. It’s quick, easy to make, and stays fresh in the fridge for up to two weeks—perfect for all your summer grilling needs.
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and liquid smoke.
Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure that all the spices are evenly distributed.
Slowly add the water to thin out the sauce slightly. Stir until the consistency is smooth.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary—add more brown sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tanginess, or cayenne for extra heat.
Once the sauce reaches your desired consistency, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Transfer the sauce to a clean glass jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Use the BBQ sauce as a marinade, basting sauce, or a condiment for your favorite dishes. Enjoy!
Serving size | 560.4 grams (560.4g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 624 |
Total Fat 1.10g | 1% |
Saturated Fat 0.20g | 1% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 1486mg | 65% |
Total Carbohydrate 156.00g | 57% |
Dietary Fiber 4.40g | 16% |
Total Sugars 127.50g | |
Protein 2.10g | 4% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 123mg | 9% |
Iron 5mg | 27% |
Potassium 657mg | 14% |
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