Mad Dogs Serious Kick Ass Barbecue Sauce
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with Mad Dog's Serious Kick Ass Barbecue Sauce, the ultimate blend of smoky, sweet, and fiery flavors. This homemade BBQ sauce is a bold symphony of ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and molasses, perfectly balanced with a robust mix of smoked paprika, chili powder, and just a dash of cayenne for the perfect kick. The addition of Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and a hint of liquid smoke brings depth and complexity, making it a standout sauce for glazing grilled meats, slathering on pulled pork, or dipping crispy chicken wings. Ready in just 35 minutes with a simple simmer-and-stir technique, this sauce is the perfect condiment for BBQ enthusiasts who crave a little heat and a lot of flavor. Store it in your fridge for up to three weeks, and watch it become your go-to for summer cookouts and weeknight meals alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Molasses
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, molasses, and water over medium heat. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
Add the smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Whisk the mixture until the spices are fully incorporated.
Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, and liquid smoke.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer the sauce uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or hot sauce for extra kick.
Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature. Transfer to a clean jar or container with a tight-fitting lid.
Refrigerate the sauce for at least 2 hours before using to let the flavors meld together. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Use this sauce as a glaze for grilling, a topping for pulled meats, or as a dip for your favorite fried bites!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
874 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.3 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4436 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.7 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 176.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1847 mg | 39% | |
*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.
