Mustard Vinegar Barbecue Sauce

Add a bold burst of tangy flavor to your backyard barbecue with this Mustard Vinegar Barbecue Sauce! This Southern-inspired sauce combines the zesty sharpness of yellow mustard and apple cider vinegar with the smooth sweetness of brown sugar and honey, delivering the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. A touch of Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and a medley of savory spices like garlic and paprika give it a rich depth of flavor with just the right kick. Ready in under 20 minutes, this easy homemade barbecue sauce is perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, basting ribs, or serving as a dipping sauce. Its vibrant golden hue and bold taste make it a must-have for cookouts and summer entertaining. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week and enjoy the ultimate homemade barbecue experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow mustard
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar over medium heat. Whisk until the sugar dissolves.

Step 2

Stir in honey, butter, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Continue whisking until the butter melts completely and the mixture is smooth.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary, adding more honey for sweetness or more vinegar for tanginess.

Step 6

Once cooled, transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Step 7

Serve the mustard vinegar barbecue sauce warm or at room temperature with your favorite grilled meat, or as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	425.2 grams (425.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	526

Total Fat 33.30g	43%
Saturated Fat 14.50g	73%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 3824mg	166%
Total Carbohydrate 64.10g	23%
Dietary Fiber 5.50g	20%
Total Sugars 40.30g
Protein 10.20g	20%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 198mg	15%
Iron 5mg	30%
Potassium 708mg	15%

*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: 50.2%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 43.0%