Gina's Tennessee Bbq Sauce
Gina's Tennessee BBQ Sauce is a bold and tangy homemade barbecue sauce that captures the essence of Southern grilling tradition. Crafted with a rich blend of ketchup, apple cider vinegar, dark brown sugar, and honey, this sauce strikes the perfect balance between sweet and smoky. Infused with layers of flavor from Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne for subtle heat, it’s elevated further with a touch of liquid smoke for that authentic barbecue aroma. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect for slathering on ribs, pulled pork, chicken, or even as a dip for fries. Whether you’re hosting a backyard cookout or looking for a flavorful homemade condiment, this easy and customizable BBQ sauce is guaranteed to impress.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups ketchup
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup dark brown sugar
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 0.5 cup water
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, dark brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and yellow mustard. Stir well to combine.
Step 2
Add the smoked paprika, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to the saucepan. Mix thoroughly.
Step 3
Pour in the liquid smoke and water, then stir to achieve an even consistency.
Step 4
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking or burning.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes to thicken and allow the flavors to meld together. Stir frequently.
Step 6
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as desired, adding more brown sugar for sweetness or cayenne pepper for heat.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Step 8
Transfer the BBQ sauce to a clean jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Step 9
Serve with your favorite proteins, such as ribs, pulled pork, chicken, or as a dipping sauce for fries.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1099.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1197.5 |
| Total Fat 2.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2793.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 299.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 253.9g | |
| Protein 3.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 218.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 938.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories