Smokie Barbecue Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this rich and smoky homemade barbecue sauce that's as easy to make as it is delicious. This Smokie Barbecue Sauce recipe combines pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar with bold flavors from Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and smoked paprika, creating the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky. With just 5 minutes of prep and a quick simmer on the stovetop, you'll have a thick, flavorful sauce ready in no time, perfect for slathering on ribs, brushing over grilled chicken, or serving as a dipping sauce. Customize it to your taste by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick or a touch more sugar for extra sweetness. Made in one pot and ready in under 20 minutes, this versatile barbecue sauce is a must-have for cookouts, weeknight dinners, or any time you're craving bold, barbecue flavors. Store it in the fridge for up to two weeks and make every meal unforgettable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1.5 teaspoons Liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and water. Stir well to mix the liquid ingredients.
Add the liquid smoke, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir until all the spices are fully incorporated.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the sauce begins to simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken as it cooks.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings if needed (e.g., more sugar for sweetness or vinegar for tanginess).
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the barbecue sauce cool slightly.
Transfer the sauce to a clean, airtight container or jar. Allow it to cool to room temperature before storing it in the refrigerator.
The Smokie Barbecue Sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy it with your favorite grilled dishes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1449 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.3 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 116.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 120 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 501 mg | 11% | |
*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.
