Transform your next backyard barbecue with the bold and smoky flavors of Cookin’ Cowgirls BBQ Sauce, a homemade masterpiece that’s both simple and satisfying. This tangy-sweet sauce combines pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, elevated by a rich medley of Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, honey, and an aromatic blend of spices including smoked paprika and ground mustard. Perfectly balanced with just a hint of heat from cayenne pepper, it’s simmered to perfection in just under 30 minutes, creating a thick, flavorful glaze to complement everything from ribs to grilled chicken. Whether you’re basting, dipping, or slathering, this barbecue sauce guarantees a finger-licking finish. Make it ahead, store it in the fridge, and let the smoky-sweet magic transform your favorite dishes!
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In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
Add the Worcestershire sauce, honey, and liquid smoke to the saucepan. Mix until fully incorporated.
Stir in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to ensure it doesn’t stick to the bottom.
Once the sauce begins to bubble, reduce the heat to low and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a little more honey for sweetness or cayenne pepper for spice.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Transfer the BBQ sauce to a clean, airtight jar or container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Use this sauce for basting during grilling, as a dip, or as a topping for your favorite barbecue dishes.
Serving size | (810.2g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1172.0 |
Total Fat 1.2g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 3224.0mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 299.6g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 3.5g | 0% |
Total Sugars 260.8g | |
Protein 2.1g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 167.3mg | 0% |
Iron 3.5mg | 0% |
Potassium 532.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories