Barbecue Baked Beans Recipe

These irresistible Barbecue Baked Beans, adapted from Steven Raichlen's "Barbecue Bible," are a sweet and smoky masterpiece! Perfect for your next barbecue alongside ribs, these beans are bursting with flavor thanks to fresh garlic and ginger (don't skip them!). While the ingredient list is comprehensive, most items are pantry staples. Get ready for a crowd-pleasing side dish that's unbelievably easy to make.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 361.8 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barbecue Baked Beans

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How to Make Barbecue Baked Beans

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a large, heavy pot, cook 4 slices of bacon over medium heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  3. Remove bacon and set aside. Reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the pot; discard the rest.
  4. Add 1 medium onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; and 1 inch ginger, minced, to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove pot from heat. Stir in 2 cups of baked beans, 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup molasses, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon dry mustard, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and the cooked bacon, crumbled.
  6. Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Bake, covered, for 1 hour, or until heated through and bubbly. Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes for a deeper caramelization (optional).
  8. Serve warm alongside your favorite barbecue meats and sides like coleslaw and potato salad!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

87g

Fat

18g

Carbs

17g