Nice N Spicy Barbecue Sauce
Transform your grilling game with our Nice N Spicy Barbecue Sauce, a bold and flavorful blend that's perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners. This homemade barbecue sauce combines the sweet tanginess of ketchup and brown sugar with the zing of apple cider vinegar and a smoky kick from smoked paprika and cayenne pepper. A touch of Worcestershire sauce and a medley of savory spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cumin elevate the flavor, while a dash of hot sauce brings just the right amount of heat. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce for ribs, chicken, and grilled veggies. Make it ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to two weeks to enjoy smoky, spicy goodness on demand.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and water. Stir thoroughly to combine.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
Add the smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to fully incorporate the spices.
Step 4
Lower the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer gently for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The mixture should thicken slightly.
Step 5
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more cayenne pepper for extra heat or brown sugar for additional sweetness.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Step 7
Transfer the sauce to an airtight container or glass jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Step 8
Use this Nice N Spicy Barbecue Sauce as a marinade, glaze for grilled meats, or a tangy dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (488.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 577.3 |
| Total Fat 1.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2742.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 144.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 116.9g | |
| Protein 2.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 159.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 676.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories