The Lady's Barbecue Sauce Paula Deen
Bring bold Southern flavor to your grilling game with "The Lady's Barbecue Sauce" by Paula Deen – a rich and tangy homemade barbecue sauce that's the perfect blend of sweet, smoky, and spicy. Featuring pantry staples like ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar, this recipe is elevated with a touch of honey, smoky paprika, and a hint of cayenne for balanced heat. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a versatile condiment that doubles as a basting sauce for ribs, chicken, or pork, and a dipping sauce for fries or nuggets. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or sprucing up a weeknight meal, this easy-to-make barbecue sauce brings a hint of Southern charm to every bite. Perfect for BBQ lovers, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to two weeks!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Ketchup
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, water, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk together until smooth.
Step 2
Stir in the brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice. Mix well to ensure the sugar dissolves completely.
Step 3
Add the yellow mustard, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt. Stir until all spices are evenly distributed.
Step 4
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken as it cooks.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For additional sweetness, add more honey or brown sugar. For more heat, increase the cayenne pepper slightly.
Step 7
Once the sauce reaches your desired consistency, remove it from heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 8
Transfer the barbecue sauce to a clean jar or container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Step 9
Use as a basting sauce for grilled meats, a dipping sauce for chicken or fries, or a versatile condiment for sandwiches and wraps.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1011.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 898.0 |
| Total Fat 1.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3363.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 229.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 191.0g | |
| Protein 2.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 120.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 394.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories