Non Smokin Bar B Que Sauce

Get ready to elevate your backyard cookouts with this Non Smokin' Bar B Que Sauce, a tangy and sweet homemade barbecue sauce that delivers bold flavor without the need for liquid smoke. Crafted with a blend of pantry staples like ketchup, apple cider vinegar, molasses, and honey, this versatile sauce balances smokiness-inspired depth with a gentle kick from paprika and optional cayenne pepper. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for brushing onto grilled meats, slathering on ribs, or serving as a dipping sauce for your favorite sides. Customize the heat and sweetness to suit your taste, and enjoy a preservative-free, made-from-scratch condiment that will impress at any dinner table or barbecue gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2 cups Ketchup
• 0.5 cups Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Molasses
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 0.5 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix thoroughly.

Step 3

Pour in the water and stir to combine all ingredients into a smooth mixture.

Step 4

Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 5

Let the sauce cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary (add more sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tang, or cayenne for heat).

Step 7

Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, remove it from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 8

Transfer the sauce to a jar or an airtight container and allow it to cool completely before refrigerating.

Step 9

Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Use as a barbecue sauce for grilling, baking, or as a dip.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	465 grams (465.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	614

Total Fat 1.70g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1167mg	51%
Total Carbohydrate 150.00g	55%
Dietary Fiber 2.70g	10%
Total Sugars 137.70g
Protein 4.10g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 224mg	17%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1164mg	25%

*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: 2.4%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 95.0%