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Barbecue Sauce Recipe

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This sweet-and-savory Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe tastes so much better than store-bought, and it’s cheaper too. Best of all, you can make it with better ingredients and fewer preservatives. Watch the video tutorial and see how easy it is.

If you love homemade sauce recipes like Classic Pesto, and Tartar Sauce, this BBQ Sauce will be a new favorite.

We’re always looking for ways to save money by making our own sauces and condiments, and when those money-saving recipes also end up tasting better than the original, it’s definitely a win. There’s just something so satisfying about making your own kitchen staples like BBQ sauce, hummus, and marinara.

barbecue sauce recipe

Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe

barbecue sauce recipe

Homemade barbecue sauce is cheaper and tastier than store-bought BBQ sauce and you can use better ingredients with less preservatives. (Yields 2 1/4 cups)

Prep: 5min

Total: 35min

Yield: 20

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 56 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 0.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Saturated Fat 0.02 g, Sodium 228 mg, Fiber 0.3 g, Sugar 12 g, unSaturated Fat 0.1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups tomato ketchup
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 Tbsp paprika or to taste
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper (or to taste 4 garlic cloves, minced)
  • 1/2 cup water

Instruction:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan, bring to a boil then lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
  2. Add more sugar or seasonings to taste if desired, then remove from heat. Cool completely to room temperature then cover and store in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.*

How To Make BBQ Sauce 3 Ways

FAQ

How to make your own barbecue sauce?

Ingredients:
  1. 1/2 cup ketchup.
  2. 2 Tbsp. brown sugar.
  3. 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce.
  4. 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar.
  5. Hot sauce or cayenne to taste.
  6. 1 tsp. granulated garlic.
  7. Dash of mustard powder.
  8. 1 tsp. salt.

What are the basic components of BBQ sauce?

Ingredients vary, but most include vinegar or tomato paste (or a combination) as a base, as well as liquid smoke, onion powder, spices such as mustard and black pepper, and sweeteners such as sugar or molasses.

What makes Texas BBQ sauce different?

Unlike Carolina sauce which is usually vinegar-based or Kansas City sauce which contains molasses or brown sugar, Texas barbecue sauce is tomato-based with a hint of sweetness to balance out the flavors. It’s usually served on the side so people can add as much (or as little) as they’d like!

Related posts:

  1. Taco Seasoning Recipe
  2. Tartar Sauce Recipe
  3. Bbq Sauce Recipe
  4. Balsamic Glaze Recipe
About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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