Meatloaf Sauce
Transform your classic meatloaf into a show-stopping dish with this irresistible meatloaf sauce, a perfect blend of tangy, sweet, and smoky flavors. Made with pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, this quick and easy sauce comes together in just 10 minutes. The addition of Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika adds a depth of flavor that elevates your meatloaf to gourmet status. Whether brushed on top for a glossy caramelized glaze or served on the side as a savory dipping sauce, this meatloaf sauce is guaranteed to take your comfort food game to the next level. It's a must-try for any meatloaf lover looking to upgrade their recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Add the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper to the saucepan.
Stir well to incorporate all the spices, ensuring the sauce is smooth.
Allow the sauce to simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly before brushing it over your meatloaf.
Alternatively, serve the sauce on the side as a dipping sauce for the cooked meatloaf.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1066 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 122 mg | 3% | |
*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.
