Pride of Deer Camp Barbecue Sauce Marinade

Infuse your next grilling session with bold, smoky flavor using the unforgettable Pride of Deer Camp Barbecue Sauce Marinade! This homemade recipe combines the tangy sweetness of ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar with the deep richness of molasses and Worcestershire sauce. Elevated by aromatic spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne pepper, it’s finished with a touch of liquid smoke for that authentic barbecue aroma. Perfect for marinating game meats like venison or beef, or as a lip-smacking glaze for ribs and chicken, this versatile sauce is easy to make in just 20 minutes. Delight your guests with a wild flavor adventure that’s robust, tangy, and utterly irresistible.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and molasses. Stir well to combine.

Step 2

Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the saucepan. Mix thoroughly.

Step 3

Pour in the liquid smoke and water, and stir until integrated.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for 15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Add a dash of additional vinegar for tanginess or more sugar for sweetness, depending on your preference.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to cool slightly, then transfer it to a jar or container with a lid.

Step 8

Use the sauce as a marinade by coating protein (such as venison or beef) and refrigerating for at least 2 hours before cooking. Alternatively, brush it on meat as a barbecue glaze during grilling or roasting.

Step 9

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(556.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	581.9

Total Fat 3.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1794.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 111.5g
Protein 1.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 188.6mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 1152.4mg	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: 5.8%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 93.1%