Sweet and Smoky Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
4.5
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
27 servings (1 Tbsp each)
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Calories
32 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
North American
Sweet and Smoky Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe
Description
The recipe starts by heating olive oil and sautéing minced garlic briefly to release its aroma. Ketchup, water, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar are then combined with spices including paprika, smoked paprika, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Simmering the sauce allows the flavors to meld and the liquid to reduce, resulting in a thicker, glossy sauce with a balance of sweetness, acidity, smokiness, and mild heat.
The smoky flavors from the two types of paprika and the chili powders complement the sweet and tangy base. This sauce is versatile for brushing during grilling or serving on the side with barbecued meats, sandwiches, or roasted vegetables.
Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze it for longer storage. Reheat gently before use.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for two minutes.
- Add the remaining ingredients and cook for three minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until thickened.
Notes
- This recipe yields about 1.7 cups of BBQ sauce or roughly 27 tablespoons of servings.
- Keep stored sauce refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
- For longer storage, freeze the sauce in appropriate containers with space for expansion, up to three months.
- Thaw frozen sauce in the refrigerator overnight before reheating over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 27servings (1 Tbsp each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 32 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 32kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 83mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 36mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 146IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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