Transform your backyard grilling game with this irresistible homemade BBQ sauce recipe! Bursting with bold, smoky flavors, this "Good BBQ Sauce" combines sweet notes of honey and brown sugar with the tang of apple cider vinegar and the depth of Worcestershire sauce. A blend of smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and mustard powder adds just the right amount of spice for a truly mouthwatering finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect for slathering on ribs, chicken, burgers, or even as a dipping sauce. Easy to make and customizable to your taste, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your next barbecue. Store leftovers for up to two weeks—if it lasts that long! Keywords: homemade BBQ sauce, smoky barbecue sauce, quick BBQ sauce, grilling recipes, tangy BBQ sauce.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to combine.
Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to the saucepan. Stir until all the spices are fully incorporated.
Pour in the water to adjust the consistency of the sauce. Stir to mix.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15–20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. For a sweeter sauce, add more brown sugar or honey; for spicier kick, add an extra pinch of cayenne pepper.
Once the sauce reaches your desired consistency, remove it from heat and let it cool slightly before using.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Serving size | 845.9 grams (845.9g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 987 |
Total Fat 1.90g | 2% |
Saturated Fat 0.30g | 2% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 4793mg | 208% |
Total Carbohydrate 250.20g | 91% |
Dietary Fiber 4.00g | 14% |
Total Sugars 208.30g | |
Protein 2.90g | 6% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 158mg | 12% |
Iron 5mg | 29% |
Potassium 728mg | 15% |
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