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Bar B Que Sauce Recipe

This legendary BBQ sauce recipe, straight from a fireman's cookbook, is a crowd-pleaser! Perfect for ribs, chicken, brisket, or anything you can imagine, this versatile sauce is easily customized to your preferred heat level. Make a big batch and enjoy it all year long – it's that good! Get ready to taste the smoky, tangy goodness that's been a family favorite for generations.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 150 mins
Calories 69.8 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Bar B Que Sauce

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How to Make Bar B Que Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup yellow mustard and 1 cup apple cider vinegar until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
  2. Add 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup molasses, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste), and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  3. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 2 hours, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and burning.
  4. For a thicker sauce, whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water to form a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce. Continue to simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce has reached your desired thickness.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Transfer to a clean, airtight container and refrigerate.
  6. Your delicious BBQ sauce will keep for up to one year in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

64 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

1g

Carbs

3g

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