Mvc's Bbq Sauce

Unlock the smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors of MVC's BBQ Sauce—a homemade barbecue sauce recipe that will elevate your grilling game to new heights. This versatile sauce combines pantry staples like ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and honey with bold seasonings such as smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne for optional heat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make sauce boasts the perfect balance of flavors to complement everything from ribs and chicken to burgers and roasted veggies. Whether used as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce, its rich, savory taste will transform any dish into a barbecue masterpiece. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly, staying fresh in the fridge for up to two weeks. Ideal for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, MVC's BBQ Sauce is the ultimate homemade condiment your kitchen has been missing.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and water over medium heat.

Step 2

Stir in the brown sugar and honey until fully dissolved.

Step 3

Add the Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dry mustard to the mixture.

Step 4

For a spicier sauce, stir in the cayenne pepper (optional).

Step 5

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 6

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer while stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Step 10

Use the BBQ sauce as a marinade, glaze, or condiment as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(605.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	784.2

Total Fat 1.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2624.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 168.7g
Protein 2.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 150.3mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 719.4mg	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: 2.0%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 96.6%