Imagine impressing your friends and family with a restaurant-quality BBQ sauce that's so easy, you'll never buy store-bought again! This quick and simple recipe transforms ordinary ingredients into a flavor-packed sauce that will elevate your grilling game and make your taste buds dance with delight. Whether you're a BBQ novice or a seasoned grill master, this homemade BBQ sauce is about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients: 1 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ketchup and apple cider vinegar. Stir well until the two ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
- Add the brown sugar to the mixture. Use a whisk or a spoon to blend it in until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- Pour in the Worcestershire sauce, and sprinkle the garlic powder over the mixture. Stir again to ensure that all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the sauce to a small saucepan and place it over medium heat. Stir occasionally as it heats up.
- Once the sauce begins to simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 10 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
- Taste the BBQ sauce and adjust the flavors if necessary. You can add more sugar for sweetness or more vinegar for tanginess, depending on your preference.
- After 15 minutes of cooking, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool for a few minutes.
- Once cooled, transfer the BBQ sauce to an airtight container or jar. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Use your homemade BBQ sauce for grilling, marinating meats, or as a dipping sauce for your favorite snacks!
Tips
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor - especially high-quality ketchup and apple cider vinegar.
- Adjust the heat slowly and stir frequently to prevent burning or sticking.
- Taste and customize the sauce to your preference - add more brown sugar for sweetness or extra Worcestershire sauce for depth.
- For a smoother consistency, you can blend the sauce after cooking.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within a week for maximum freshness.
- Try experimenting with additional spices like smoked paprika or a dash of hot sauce for extra complexity.
- Let the sauce cool completely before storing to prevent condensation in the container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 35kcal
Carbohydrates: 9g
Protein: 0g
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
