K C Masterpiece Original Barbecue Sauce by Todd Wilbur

Recreate the rich, smoky, and tangy allure of a barbecue classic with this copycat recipe for KC Masterpiece Original Barbecue Sauce by Todd Wilbur. Crafted with a harmonious blend of tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey, and a touch of molasses, this homemade sauce delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Infused with liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, and a medley of spices like paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne, it recreates the signature flavor that barbecue lovers adore. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for grilling, dipping, or marinating and can be refrigerated for up to two weeks. Perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners, this DIY recipe brings authentic barbecue flavor right to your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

1 cup Tomato paste
0.75 cup Apple cider vinegar
0.5 cup Honey
0.25 cup Molasses
1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
0.33 cup Brown sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
0.5 tablespoon Soy sauce
0.5 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
0.5 teaspoon Paprika
0.25 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper
0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Place a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey, molasses, and water to the saucepan. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Stir in brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and liquid smoke until fully dissolved.

Step 4

Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Whisk thoroughly to combine all the spices into a smooth mixture.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Let it cook longer for a thicker texture, if desired.

Step 7

Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container.

Step 8

Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks and use as needed for grilling, dipping, or marinating.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(863.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1079.2

Total Fat 1.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2114.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 266.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 240.2g
Protein 13.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 376.2mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 4460.4mg	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: 1.3%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 93.9%