Memphis Barbecue Sauce
Indulge in the bold, tangy flavors of Memphis Barbecue Sauce, a Southern-inspired masterpiece that strikes the perfect balance between sweet, smoky, and spicy. This easy-to-make sauce combines pantry staples like tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar with rich molasses, a dash of Worcestershire, and a medley of spices including smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a kick of cayenne pepper. Simmered to perfection in just 25 minutes, it’s the ultimate companion for ribs, pulled pork, or grilled chicken. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking to elevate weeknight meals, this homemade barbecue sauce is guaranteed to impress. Store it in the fridge and enjoy its versatility all week long! Keywords: Memphis barbecue sauce, homemade BBQ sauce, Southern BBQ recipe, tangy barbecue sauce recipe, smoky barbecue sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Tomato sauce
- 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Molasses
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and molasses. Stir the ingredients together over medium heat until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Add the Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and salt to the saucepan. Stir to combine all the spices thoroughly.
Gradually add the water to the mixture while stirring, adjusting the consistency of the sauce to your preference.
Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Remove from the heat and let it cool slightly before transferring it to an airtight container.
Store the sauce in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite barbecue dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.9 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3563 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.1 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1139 mg | 24% | |
*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.
