Description
Create a rich, tangy, and smoky BBQ sauce in your own kitchen using pantry staples. Unlike store-bought versions filled with artificial additives, this scratch-made recipe allows you to control sweetness, heat, and acidity. By simmering the ingredients to perfection, you achieve a natural thickness and a sticky glaze that adheres beautifully to everything from grilled tofu to brisket. It is a simple, effective, and delicious way to elevate your favorite grilled meals without any compromise on flavor quality.
Ingredients
2 cups ketchup
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons vegan Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
Whisk the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar in a medium saucepan until smooth.
Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, and cayenne pepper until combined.
Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring every few minutes to prevent sticking.
Remove from heat once the sauce has thickened slightly to your desired consistency and let it cool before serving or storing.
Notes
Store the cooled sauce in an airtight container or glass jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Adjust the cayenne pepper if you prefer a spicier kick. For an even smoother texture, you can use fresh minced garlic in place of garlic powder.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: recipes
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg