How to Make Barbecue Sauce | Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe | Short Version

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.

Combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a mixing bowl.

Add brown sugar, mustard, and liquid smoke, stirring until dissolved.

Mix in minced onion and garlic, along with chili powder, paprika, salt, ground pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Stir the mixture until all ingredients are thoroughly blended.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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