Spicy Orange Bbq Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this zesty and flavorful Spicy Orange BBQ Sauce! Bursting with the sweet tang of freshly squeezed orange juice and a subtle heat from cayenne pepper, this sauce strikes the perfect balance between citrusy brightness and smoky spice. Infused with layers of flavor from brown sugar, soy sauce, and a touch of honey, it’s the ultimate all-purpose sauce for grilling, glazing, or dipping. A hint of orange zest amplifies the citrus notes, making it a standout option for chicken, ribs, or even roasted veggies. Ready in just 25 minutes, this homemade BBQ sauce is a simple yet bold addition to your favorite dishes and easily customizable to your spice preferences. Perfect for summer cookouts or cozy family dinners, it’s destined to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup ketchup
- 0.25 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional, for added flavor)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar over medium heat. Stir well to combine.
Add the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, cayenne pepper, paprika, and ground black pepper to the saucepan. Stir thoroughly.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
If using orange zest, stir it into the sauce in the final 2 minutes of cooking to enhance the citrus flavor.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool for 5-10 minutes. It will thicken further as it cools.
Taste your sauce and adjust the spice level by adding a pinch more cayenne if desired.
Transfer the cooled sauce to a clean jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Serve as a barbecue glaze, dipping sauce, or marinade for your favorite grilled dishes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
730 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2168 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.7 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 155.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 113 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 842 mg | 18% | |
*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.
