The Worlds Best Barbecue Sauce
Elevate every backyard cookout and family dinner with "The World's Best Barbecue Sauce," a mouthwatering blend of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors that will take your grilling game to the next level. Made with pantry staples like ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar, this homemade sauce strikes the perfect balance with layers of sweetness from honey, bold notes of smoked paprika, and just the right amount of heat from chili powder and optional cayenne pepper. In just 35 minutes, you’ll have a rich, velvety barbecue sauce that’s perfect for slathering on ribs, brushing over chicken, or serving as a dipping sauce with a side of fries. With customizable spice levels and a versatile texture, this crowd-pleaser is guaranteed to become your go-to condiment for any barbecue occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups ketchup
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.3333 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, and Worcestershire sauce.
Stir the mixture over medium heat until the ingredients are well combined and the sugar has dissolved.
Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, ground mustard, chili powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir to evenly incorporate the spices.
Gradually mix in the water to thin out the sauce to your desired consistency.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and reduce the heat to low.
Allow the sauce to cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. You can add more sugar for sweetness, more vinegar for tanginess, or more spices for heat.
Once thickened to your liking, remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Transfer the barbecue sauce to a jar or airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Use the sauce as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce for your favorite grilled or roasted dishes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2450 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 227.3 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 184.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 683 mg | 15% | |
*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.
