Honey Garlic Barbecue Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this irresistibly sweet and savory Honey Garlic Barbecue Sauce, the perfect blend of tangy, smoky, and garlicky flavors. Made from a harmonious mix of pantry staples like ketchup, honey, brown sugar, and soy sauce, this homemade sauce gets a flavor boost from apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and a dash of smoked paprika. Minced garlic adds depth, while the gentle simmering process creates a silky, perfectly thick texture ideal for glazing ribs, chicken, or tofu. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy barbecue sauce recipe is a versatile condiment that doubles as a dipping sauce and marinade. Say goodbye to store-bought and enjoy a fresh, customizable BBQ staple that’s easy to whip up and refrigerator-friendly for a week.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine ketchup, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce.
Whisk the ingredients together over medium heat until fully combined.
Add the minced garlic, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt to the mixture.
Pour in the water to slightly thin out the sauce and stir well.
Allow the sauce to come to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
Cook the sauce for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, honey, or vinegar if needed for balance.
Once done, remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for up to one week.
Use as a marinade, dipping sauce, or glaze for your favorite grilled or roasted dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
81 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 344 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 70 mg | 1% | |
*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.
