Cider Vinegar Barbecue Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with this tangy, sweet, and smoky Cider Vinegar Barbecue Sauce! Bursting with the bold flavor of apple cider vinegar, balanced by the richness of ketchup, brown sugar, and honey, this homemade sauce is a dynamic blend of classic barbecue ingredients with a touch of spice from smoked paprika and optional cayenne pepper. It’s quick and easy to prepare, coming together in just 20 minutes, and pairs perfectly with grilled meats, pulled pork, or even roasted vegetables. Customizable to your taste, this barbecue sauce offers a versatile way to add depth and zing to your favorite dishes. Store it in the fridge for up to two weeks and enjoy the ultimate homemade barbecue experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 0.33 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and yellow mustard. Stir well to combine.

Step 2

Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir to distribute the spices evenly.

Step 3

Pour in the water and whisk everything together until smooth.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, honey, or cayenne pepper based on your preference.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Store the sauce in an airtight container or jar and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite barbecue dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(729.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	618.9

Total Fat 1.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2577.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 149.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 126.2g
Protein 1.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 109.7mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 526.3mg	0%

*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: 1.5%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 97.3%