Not Yet Another Barbecue Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with "Not Yet Another Barbecue Sauce," a perfectly balanced homemade blend that will have your taste buds dancing! This tantalizing recipe combines the tangy kick of apple cider vinegar, the deep sweetness of dark brown sugar and molasses, and the bold smokiness of paprika, all with a subtle touch of heat from cayenne pepper. With just 5 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of simmering, this easy and customizable sauce delivers layers of complex flavor that rival any store-bought version. Whether you're slathering it onto ribs, brushing it over grilled chicken, or serving it as a dipping sauce for fries, this versatile barbecue sauce is your new go-to condiment for summer cookouts and beyond.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, add the tomato ketchup, apple cider vinegar, dark brown sugar, honey, molasses, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the ingredients together until fully combined.

Step 3

Add smoked paprika, ground mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper into the saucepan. Stir well to incorporate the spices.

Step 4

Pour in the water to thin the mixture slightly, and stir until the sauce has a smooth consistency.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or scorching.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. For more sweetness, add a bit more honey. For extra tang, a splash of vinegar can be added.

Step 7

Once the sauce has thickened slightly and developed a rich flavor, remove it from heat and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 8

Transfer the sauce to a clean jar or airtight container and refrigerate. The sauce will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	529.8 grams (529.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	828

Total Fat 0.90g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2512mg	109%
Total Carbohydrate 208.20g	76%
Dietary Fiber 2.70g	10%
Total Sugars 184.20g
Protein 1.80g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 164mg	13%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 769mg	16%

*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: 1.0%

Protein: 0.8%

Carbs: 98.2%