How To Make BBQ Sauce - Cara Cara Orange Molasses BBQ Sauce

molasses

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Maple syrup provides sweetness with fewer calories.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: generic brand ketchup

Homemade sauce can be lower in sugar.

Zest the cara cara oranges and set aside.

Juice the cara cara oranges into a mixing bowl, discarding any seeds.

Add molasses, ketchup, and apple cider vinegar to the orange juice.

Stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic powder until well combined.

Mix in onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt to taste.

Add red pepper flakes for heat, adjusting to preference.

Incorporate mustard and liquid smoke for depth of flavor.

Grate fresh ginger and fold into the mixture.

Add water to reach desired consistency, stirring until smooth.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Transfer sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before use.

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