Jazzed Up Bbq Sauce
Elevate your barbecue game with this irresistible Jazzed Up BBQ Sauce, a homemade blend that strikes the perfect balance between tangy, smoky, and sweet flavors. Made with pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, this recipe gets its signature flair from bold spices like smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and ground mustard. With just 5 minutes of prep time and a quick simmer, this easy barbecue sauce comes together in under 20 minutes. Perfect as a glaze for grilled meats, a dipping sauce for crispy fries, or a topping for burgers, it’s a versatile condiment you’ll want to keep on hand. Best of all, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to two weeks, making it a crowd-pleaser you can enjoy again and again. Say goodbye to store-bought BBQ sauce—your next cookout deserves this zesty, flavor-packed upgrade!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and honey.
Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to the saucepan. Stir well to incorporate all the spices.
Slowly stir in the water to adjust the sauce to your desired consistency.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and reduce the heat to low. Allow it to cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings if needed. If a sweeter sauce is preferred, add more brown sugar or honey. For more heat, add an extra pinch of cayenne pepper.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly.
Transfer the sauce to a clean jar or airtight container. It can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Serve with grilled meats, as a dipping sauce, or as a topping for burgers and sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
686 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2618 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 175.8 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 150.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 570 mg | 12% | |
*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.
