Ingredients
– 1 cup ketchup
– ½ cup apple cider vinegar
– ⅓ cup brown sugar
– ¼ cup honey
– 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to create your own Homemade BBQ Sauce:
1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce.
2. Add Spices: Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper, if you like some heat.
3. Stir Together: Mix all the ingredients well until fully combined.
4. Heat: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
5. Cook: Allow the sauce to simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This helps the flavors meld together beautifully.
6. Taste and Adjust: After simmering, taste the sauce and adjust any ingredients as necessary. Add more honey for sweetness, vinegar for tang, or cayenne for heat.
7. Cool: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
8. Store: Transfer the cooled sauce into a clean, airtight container or jar. Store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
These straightforward instructions guide you to create your own delicious Homemade BBQ Sauce!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Fat: 0g
- Protein: 1g