Black Jack Bbq Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with Black Jack BBQ Sauce, a bold, smoky, and tangy condiment that’s destined to become your go-to for ribs, chicken, and pulled pork. This easy-to-make sauce combines classic staples like ketchup and apple cider vinegar with rich molasses, brown sugar, and a splash of bourbon for a unique depth of flavor. Infused with smoked paprika, garlic, and a hint of cayenne for just the right kick, it brings a perfectly balanced blend of smoky sweetness and subtle heat to every bite. Optional liquid smoke takes the smokiness to another level, making this sauce irresistible for barbecue enthusiasts. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight grilling or impressing guests at your next backyard cookout. Store it in the fridge and enjoy its robust flavor for up to two weeks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Molasses
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Bourbon
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke (optional)
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and bourbon.
Stir the mixture over medium heat until the ingredients are well combined and start to bubble, about 3-5 minutes.
Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), and liquid smoke (if using). Whisk until the spices are thoroughly incorporated.
Gradually stir in water to thin the sauce to your desired consistency.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning (e.g., add more brown sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tanginess, or cayenne for heat).
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly.
Transfer the sauce to a jar or bottle and refrigerate if not using immediately. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2026 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.4 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1156 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
