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Lauren Nicole Jones
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Barbecue Sauce

Cultural Context

Barbecue sauce is a staple of American cuisine, particularly in the Southern regions where grilling and smoking meats are a cherished tradition. Each family often has their own recipe, passed down through generations, reflecting regional flavors and personal preferences. Today, barbecue sauce has gained global popularity, with variations that include different spices, sweetness levels, and heat profiles, making it a versatile condiment for many dishes.

AmericanUSother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1/4 to 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1.5 cups ketchup
1.5 cups packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons kosher salt

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index and adds a caramel flavor.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Maple syrup is a natural sweetener that can replace honey.

Worcestershire sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Liquid aminos provide a similar umami flavor.

smoked paprika

🥗Healthier: regular paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Regular paprika can be used for color without the smoke.

1

Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar to a saucepan.

2

Add 1.5 cups of ketchup to the saucepan.

3

Add 1.5 cups of packed brown sugar to the saucepan.

4

Add 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce to the mixture.

5

Add 2 teaspoons of paprika to the saucepan.

6

Add 2 teaspoons of onion powder to the mixture.

7

Add roughly 1 tablespoon of honey to the sauce.

8

Set the stove to medium heat and stir all ingredients together in the saucepan.

9

Add 1 teaspoon of black pepper and 2 teaspoons of kosher salt to the mixture and mix well.

10

Let the barbecue sauce simmer for around 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

11

If you want your sauce thicker, let it simmer longer on low heat, stirring occasionally.

12

Once done, transfer the sauce to a mason jar for storage.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Equipment Needed

saucepan

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

BBQ SauceGrilling Sauce

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