Jq Bbq Sauce

Elevate your barbecue game with Jq BBQ Sauce, a rich and tangy homemade blend that strikes the perfect balance between sweet, smoky, and bold flavors. Made with pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, this sauce gets a flavor boost from molasses, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne pepper for subtle heat. With just 5 minutes of prep and a quick simmer on the stove, this thick and versatile sauce comes together in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re brushing it onto grilled ribs, slathering it on a pulled pork sandwich, or serving it as a dip for crispy fries, this BBQ sauce will bring unmistakable depth to your favorite dishes. Best of all, it’s easy to customize—adjust the sweetness, tanginess, or spice level to suit your palate. Make a batch today and store it in your fridge for up to 2 weeks of flavor-packed meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and molasses. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.

Step 2

Add in the Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are fully combined.

Step 3

Pour in the water and stir to adjust the consistency. You can add more water if you prefer a thinner sauce.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed—add more brown sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tanginess, or spices for extra heat.

Step 7

Once the sauce has reached your desired consistency, remove it from the heat and let it cool for 10 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer the sauce to a clean glass jar or bottle and store it in the refrigerator. The sauce will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Step 9

Use the Jq BBQ Sauce as a glaze for grilled meats, a marinade, or a dipping sauce for your favorite dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	764.9 grams (764.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	734

Total Fat 1.80g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3824mg	166%
Total Carbohydrate 175.30g	64%
Dietary Fiber 3.90g	14%
Total Sugars 147.50g
Protein 2.60g	5%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 248mg	19%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1357mg	29%

*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: 2.2%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 96.3%