BBQ Sauce Recipe
Learn how to make your own delicious homemade BBQ sauce from scratch with this easy to follow recipe. Customize it to your own taste preferences and impress your friends and family. Discover various ways to use it.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for added heat
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine all of the ingredients.
- Heat the sauce over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it comes to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings to your liking. If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add more brown sugar. If you prefer more heat, add more cayenne pepper.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Transfer the sauce to a jar or bottle and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- To thicken the sauce, cook longer, use less water, or add a dash of cornstarch or flour.
- Thin the sauce: Add extra water, vinegar, or Worcestershire sauce. To maintain flavor, adjust the water level.
- Adjust spice: Adjust the cayenne to make your sauce spicy.
