Texas Mop Sauce Barbecue Sauce

Infuse your next barbecue with bold Texas flavor using this mouthwatering Texas Mop Sauce Barbecue Sauce recipe. Crafted with a tangy base of apple cider vinegar and ketchup, this easy-to-make sauce perfectly balances sweetness, heat, and spice with the addition of brown sugar, mustard, hot sauce, and a medley of seasonings like paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Its quick prep time of just 5 minutes makes it an effortless choice for grilling sessions, while its versatility shines as it doubles as both a basting sauce and a dipping companion. Whether you're smoking brisket, grilling ribs, or barbecuing chicken, this classic Texas-style mop sauce is the secret to achieving tender, flavorful, and caramelized perfection. Plus, it can be stored in the fridge for up to a week, ready to elevate any barbecue feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Water
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, and ketchup. Stir to mix thoroughly.

Step 2

Add Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, yellow mustard, and hot sauce to the saucepan. Whisk until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if desired. Stir to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Be sure to stir periodically to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mop sauce cool slightly.

Step 7

Use immediately to baste meats on the grill or smoker, or transfer to a sealed container and refrigerate for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(799.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	399.7

Total Fat 1.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1720.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 64.4g
Protein 2.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 120.1mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 636.1mg	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: 2.8%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 95.0%