Jiffy Bbq Sauce
Transform your backyard cookout with this quick and flavorful Jiffy BBQ Sauce, a homemade condiment that’s ready in just 15 minutes! This easy recipe combines pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar with the rich, smoky depth of smoked paprika and a hint of heat from optional cayenne pepper. Perfectly balanced with sweet, tangy, and savory notes, this versatile sauce is ideal for basting ribs, glazing chicken, or serving as a dipping sauce for burgers and fries. With its simple preparation and bold, homemade taste, this DIY barbecue sauce is a must-try for any grilling enthusiast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 0.25 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Combine ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), water, salt, and black pepper in a small saucepan.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, sugar, or vinegar to suit your preferences.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly.
Transfer the BBQ sauce to an airtight container or jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Use immediately to baste your chicken, ribs, or burgers, or serve as a dipping sauce alongside your favorite grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2390 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.5 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 290 mg | 6% | |
*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.
