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Barbecue Sauce Recipe

4.97 from 188 votes
bbq sauce in bowl with spoon
This sweet-and-spicyBBQ sauce is the perfect addition to any summer backyard grill-out and goes great on chicken, pork, and beef!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
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Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings:8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons molasses
  • 2 teaspoons mustard
  • water, as needed, optional

Instructions

  • Whisk together all ingredients in a medium sauce pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover and cook 15 minutes stirring occasionally.
  • As the sauce simmers, feel free to add a few tablespoons of water to thin sauce to desired consistency.
  • Sauce may be served immediately but if you have some extra time, cover and chill for at least 1 hour for best flavor. Enjoy!

Notes

Store in airtight container in fridge up to two weeks. 

Nutrition

Calories: 107 kcal, Carbohydrates: 26 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 760 mg, Potassium: 313 mg, Fiber: 1 g, Sugar: 23 g, Vitamin A: 280 IU, Vitamin C: 3 mg, Calcium: 36 mg, Iron: 1 mg
Course: Sauce / Condiment
Cuisine: American
Author: Tiffany