Cap City Barbecue Sauce
Cap City Barbecue Sauce is your go-to recipe for creating a bold and flavorful homemade BBQ sauce that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Featuring a perfectly balanced blend of tangy apple cider vinegar, rich brown sugar, and a touch of honey, this sauce is elevated with layers of smoky paprika, zesty mustard, and a subtle kick of cayenne pepper. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate combination of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors that will enhance everything from grilled ribs to juicy burgers. Whether you’re basting, marinating, or using it as a dipping sauce, this easy homemade barbecue sauce is sure to impress. Perfect for BBQ enthusiasts and meal preppers alike, this recipe stores beautifully in the fridge, making it a convenient and irresistible condiment for any occasion.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and yellow mustard. Stir well to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the saucepan. Stir until the spices are evenly distributed.
Pour in the water to adjust the sauce consistency and mix well.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together. Continue stirring occasionally.
Once the sauce is ready, remove it from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
Transfer the barbecue sauce to a jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Use as a marinade, basting sauce, or condiment for your favorite grilled meats, sandwiches, or snacks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
561 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1389 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.9 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 114.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 495 mg | 11% | |
*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.
