Smoky Sauce for Ribs
Elevate your BBQ game with this irresistible smoky sauce for ribs, blending bold, tangy, and sweet flavors to perfection. Crafted with a base of rich ketchup and sweetened with molasses and brown sugar, this sauce gets its signature depth from smoked paprika and a touch of heat from cayenne pepper and hot sauce. A splash of Worcestershire sauce and apple cider vinegar adds a tangy umami punch, while garlic and onion powders round out the robust flavor profile. Ready in just 20 minutes, this homemade BBQ sauce is perfect for slathering on ribs as they grill to caramelized perfection or serving as a flavorful dipping sauce. Whether you're hosting a backyard cookout or craving a taste of smoky, saucy goodness, this recipe is your ultimate go-to for BBQ bliss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, molasses, and brown sugar. Stir to combine and place over medium heat.
Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Stir well to incorporate the spices.
Pour in the water and stir until the mixture is smooth. Sprinkle in the salt and black pepper.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, for about 10-12 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust for seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or hot sauce if necessary.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before transferring it to a jar or container.
Use immediately to baste ribs during the last 15-20 minutes of grilling, or serve on the side as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2534 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.1 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1065 mg | 23% | |
*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.
