Kona Coffee Barbeuce Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with this bold and flavorful Kona Coffee Barbecue Sauce! Infused with the rich, robust depth of freshly brewed Kona coffee, this homemade sauce strikes the perfect balance between smoky, sweet, and tangy. A medley of ingredients like ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of molasses adds layers of sweetness and acidity, while smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper deliver just the right kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for slathering on ribs, chicken, or grilled vegetables, adding a gourmet twist to your summer barbecues. Whip up a batch and savor the smoky-sweet magic that makes this sauce a show-stopping addition to any backyard feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Kona coffee (brewed, strong)
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Molasses
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brewed Kona coffee, ketchup, and brown sugar. Stir well until the sugar begins to dissolve.

Step 2

Add the apple cider vinegar, molasses, and Worcestershire sauce to the saucepan. Mix thoroughly.

Step 3

Stir in the smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Combine until fully incorporated.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Allow the sauce to cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool for 5-10 minutes.

Step 6

Transfer the sauce to a heat-proof container or jar. The barbecue sauce can be used immediately or refrigerated for up to 2 weeks for future use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(698.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	678.6

Total Fat 0.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2634.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 146.5g
Protein 1.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 214.9mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 1273.1mg	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: 1.0%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 97.9%