Thick and Spicy Barbecue Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this Thick and Spicy Barbecue Sauce, a bold blend of smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors that will have your taste buds dancing. Crafted with pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, this homemade BBQ sauce gets a rich depth from molasses, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. A kick of heat from cayenne pepper and a dash of liquid smoke add a tantalizing spice and smoky aroma you won’t find in store-bought versions. Perfectly thickened after a gentle simmer, this versatile sauce is a must-have for marinating, basting, or dipping. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy, irresistible way to take your ribs, chicken, or veggie skewers to the next level. Store it in the fridge for up to two weeks, but fair warning—it might not last that long!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups ketchup
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 0.25 cup water
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, molasses, and water over medium heat.
Step 2
Stir the mixture until the brown sugar and molasses are fully dissolved and the ingredients are well-blended.
Step 3
Add the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and liquid smoke.
Step 4
Stir thoroughly to incorporate all the spices into the mixture.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the sauce from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Step 6
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. For additional heat, you can add more cayenne pepper or black pepper.
Step 7
Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 8
Transfer the barbecue sauce to a clean jar or airtight container. Let it cool completely before sealing and storing in the refrigerator.
Step 9
Use the sauce immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy it as a dip, marinade, or basting sauce for your favorite grilled dishes!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (837.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 957.2 |
| Total Fat 7.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2936.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 227.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 187.6g | |
| Protein 1.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 207.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1134.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories