Sauce for Bbq Lamb Cutlets
Elevate your BBQ lamb cutlets with this rich and flavorful homemade sauce, designed to enhance every tender, juicy bite. This recipe combines the bold tang of tomato ketchup, the deep sweetness of honey, and the zesty punch of balsamic vinegar with warming notes of smoked paprika and ground cumin. A hint of Worcestershire sauce adds depth, while optional chili flakes provide a customizable kick of heat. Quick and simple to make with just 10 minutes of prep, this sauce thickens to perfection in under 20 minutes on the stovetop. Brush it generously over sizzling lamb cutlets as they grill for a caramelized, glossy finish, or serve it on the side for dipping. Perfect for summer BBQs or any lamb dish that needs an extra layer of irresistible flavor, this sauce will be your go-to for outdoor entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup tomato ketchup
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, making sure it doesn’t burn.
Add the tomato ketchup, honey, balsamic vinegar, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, ground cumin, chili flakes (if using), salt, and pepper to the saucepan.
Pour in the water and stir thoroughly to combine all the ingredients.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add more honey for sweetness, vinegar for tanginess, or chili flakes for extra heat.
Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Brush the sauce generously over BBQ lamb cutlets while grilling, or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
854 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3605 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.9 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 120.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 548 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.
