Sweet N Tangy Bbq Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this irresistible Sweet 'N Tangy BBQ Sauce, a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and zesty flavors that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Crafted with pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, this quick and easy homemade sauce is enhanced with a touch of honey, Worcestershire sauce, and a medley of bold spices, including smoked paprika and optional cayenne for a subtle kick. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect for slathering on ribs, chicken, or pulled pork, or as a dipping savior for fries and tenders. Store it in the fridge for up to two weeks, and watch it become a go-to condiment that rivals anything store-bought.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1.5 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar.
Stir in the honey, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Add the water to thin out the sauce slightly and stir until all ingredients are well combined.
Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a light simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce gently simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning.
Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness, tanginess, or spiciness to your liking by adding small amounts of brown sugar, vinegar, or cayenne pepper as needed.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly for 5-10 minutes.
Transfer the sauce to a clean, airtight container or jar. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Enjoy your Sweet N Tangy BBQ Sauce on grilled meats, as a dipping sauce, or as a marinade.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1332 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.9 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 167.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 464 mg | 10% | |
*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.
