Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
16 servings
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Calories
57 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe
Description
Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe combines common pantry ingredients like ketchup and apple cider vinegar with sweeteners such as brown sugar and honey, balanced by tangy lemon juice and savory Worcestershire sauce. The sauce is cooked briefly to thicken and meld the flavors, resulting in a rich, slightly sweet, and tangy barbecue sauce with an optional hint of heat from hot sauce. This sauce provides a dependable base for enhancing grilled or roasted meats, imparting a well-rounded taste without overpowering the main dish.
The method includes whisking ingredients and simmering until thickened, ensuring a smooth texture that clings well to foods. It can be served immediately after cooking or cooled and refrigerated, making it convenient for meal prep or quick additions to dishes.
Storage options include refrigeration up to a week or freezing for extended use. Thaw frozen sauce in the refrigerator before reheating or serving to preserve its flavor and consistency. This flexibility makes it useful for home cooks who prefer to prepare sauces in advance without sacrificing freshness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups ketchup
- 1/2 /2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 /4 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon seasoning mix Stone House brand
- 1/4 /4 teaspoon hot sauce optional
Instructions
- Whisk together all ingredients in a medium saucepan situated over medium heat. Allow to come to a bubble and then reduce the heat to low. Allow to simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes.
- Serve immediately or allow to cool slightly and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
No Cook BBQ Sauce
- Whisk together all of the ingredients for the sauce until well combined. Pour into an airtight container and serve immediately or store as directed.
Notes
- Store sauce in a sealed quart-size jar in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
- Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator before use.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 57 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tablespoons | |
| Calories | 57kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 431mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 115mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 155IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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