East Meets West Barbecue Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with this irresistible East Meets West Barbecue Sauce, a fusion of bold Eastern flavors and classic Western barbecue flair. This unique homemade sauce blends the tangy richness of ketchup with the savory depth of soy sauce, the sweet allure of honey, and the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed orange juice. Enhanced with fragrant sesame oil, sharp ginger, and a subtle kick from smoked paprika and cayenne pepper, this versatile recipe strikes the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy. The sauce thickens beautifully as it simmers, creating a luscious glaze that’s ideal for brushing onto grilled meats, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or serving as a dipping companion. Ready in just 25 minutes, this customizable sauce is your next go-to for a flavorful barbecue experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0.25 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic.

Step 2

Add the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, freshly squeezed orange juice, and water to the saucepan.

Step 3

Whisk the ingredients together over medium heat until well combined and smooth.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, such as adding more honey for sweetness or more soy sauce for saltiness.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the barbecue sauce to cool slightly.

Step 8

Transfer the sauce to a clean jar or airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week, or use immediately to glaze meats, as a dipping sauce, or for brushing onto grilled vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(557.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	667.4

Total Fat 14.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3360.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 137.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 114.3g
Protein 6.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 54.5mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 481.0mg	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: 18.7%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 77.4%