Uw River Falls Bbq Sauce
Unleash bold, smoky flavor with the UW River Falls BBQ Sauce, a homemade barbecue classic that will elevate any meal. This quick and easy sauce combines pantry staples like ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar with a flavorful medley of spices, including smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne pepper for subtle heat. The optional liquid smoke adds an irresistible depth, making it perfect as a glaze for ribs or a dipping sauce for chicken and fries. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce is customizable for your personal taste—whether you prefer it sweeter, tangier, or spicier. Whip up a batch of this rich, savory BBQ essential for your next backyard cookout or weeknight dinner, and enjoy the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups ketchup
- 0.5 cups apple cider vinegar
- 0.75 cups brown sugar
- 0.25 cups honey
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoons ground mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons liquid smoke (optional)
- 0.5 cups water
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to combine.
Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and liquid smoke (if using). Stir until all the spices are evenly incorporated.
Pour in water and stir to adjust the consistency. If a thicker sauce is desired, reduce the water slightly.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the sauce starts simmering, reduce the heat to low and let it cook gently for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings if needed. For more sweetness, add a little extra honey or brown sugar. For more heat, sprinkle in extra cayenne pepper.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Transfer to a jar or airtight container for storage.
Use immediately as a glaze for grilled meats, a dipping sauce, or refrigerate for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1105 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4807 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 283.3 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 243.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| 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.
