Easy BBQ Sauce Recipe
Make this Easy BBQ Sauce recipe at home! Developed in a professional kitchen, it has the perfect balance of flavors. It is a little sweet, a little spicy and a little tangy. A little Worcestershire sauce adds a beautiful depth.
Servings: 12 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 ⅓ cup ketchup
- ⅔ cup apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup dark brown sugar not packed
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 ½ teaspoons paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 2 ½ teaspoons onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt more or less to taste
Instructions
- In a small sauce pot, combine all ingredients except salt. Whisk to combine.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat then reduce heat to low. Add ½ teaspoon salt.
- Simmer covered over low heat for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and deepen.
- Taste and add additional salt as needed. The amount of salt will depend on the ketchup brand you choose.
Notes
Yield – 2 cups
Storage – Cool to room temperature, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a month. You can freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature.
Storage – Cool to room temperature, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a month. You can freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.05g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 458mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 205IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.3mg