Homemade BBQ Sauce -- All Flavor, No Fluff

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar provides a lower glycemic index.

Worcestershire sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Tamari is gluten-free and offers a similar umami flavor.

liquid smoke

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Smoked paprika can impart a smoky flavor without additives.

hot sauce

💰Cheaper: sriracha

Sriracha provides a similar heat with a different flavor profile.

Gather all ingredients: ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, molasses, low sodium soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, chili powder, ginger powder, garlic granules, onion powder, and liquid smoke.

Use a 3-quart stainless steel pot for cooking.

Dump all ingredients into the pot without measuring, unless desired for accuracy.

Set the pot on low heat and stir the mixture.

Bring the sauce to a simmer while stirring occasionally.

Taste the sauce every once in a while during cooking.

Cook for about 10 to 15 minutes until the sauce comes together and is delicious.

Use a lid or splatter screen to prevent splattering while cooking.

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