Zesty Bbq Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with this Zesty BBQ Sauce, a bold and flavorful homemade condiment that's perfect as a dip, glaze, or marinade. Crafted with tangy apple cider vinegar, rich molasses, and a touch of smoky paprika, this sauce strikes a beautiful balance between sweet, spicy, and savory. Perfect for barbecue enthusiasts, it can be made in just 20 minutes, using pantry staples like ketchup, mustard, and a medley of robust spices. Adjust the heat with cayenne pepper or a splash of hot sauce to suit your palate. Whether slathered on ribs or drizzled over roasted veggies, this versatile sauce will add a zippy, mouthwatering kick to your favorite dishes. Make it ahead and enjoy its vibrant flavors all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Molasses
• 1.5 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional)
• 0.25 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and molasses. Whisk together over medium heat until the ingredients are well blended.

Step 2

Add the Worcestershire sauce and yellow mustard to the saucepan. Stir to incorporate.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Whisk the mixture continuously to ensure even seasoning distribution.

Step 4

If you'd like an extra kick of heat, stir in the hot sauce.

Step 5

Add water to the mixture and stir to adjust the consistency. You can add more or less water depending on how thick you prefer your BBQ sauce.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more brown sugar for sweetness or vinegar for extra tanginess.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Transfer the BBQ sauce to a jar or airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. Serve as a marinade, dip, or glaze for grilled or roasted dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	498.2 grams (498.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	545

Total Fat 1.40g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1726mg	75%
Total Carbohydrate 136.80g	50%
Dietary Fiber 2.80g	10%
Total Sugars 110.70g
Protein 2.10g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 184mg	14%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1048mg	22%

*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: 1.5%

Carbs: 96.3%