How To Make BBQ Sauce I Easy Recipe to make Smokey Bourbon BBQ Sauce

bourbon

🥗Healthier: apple cider

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider adds acidity without alcohol, while white vinegar is more budget-friendly.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed, while granulated sugar is often cheaper.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: tomato paste + water

Homemade sauce is fresher, while tomato paste is a cost-effective base.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup has a lower glycemic index, while corn syrup is less expensive.

Add wet ingredients (bourbon, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup) to a saucepan.

Add dry ingredients (coarse black pepper, kosher salt, smoked paprika, brown sugar, molasses) to the saucepan.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.

Let the sauce rest for about 15 minutes to cool off.

Infuse the sauce with smoke using a smoke gun and wood chips.

Strain the sauce to achieve a smooth texture.

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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