Barbecue Sauce Red Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with our mouthwatering Barbecue Sauce Red! This versatile sauce is perfect for all your barbecuing needs, adding a smoky sweetness to any meat. Especially amazing on pork – double the peppers for an extra kick! Easy to make in just 50 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for BBQ lovers.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 504.6 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Barbecue Sauce Red

  • Yellow Onion
  • Green Bell Pepper
  • Red Bell Pepper
  • Dried Red Pepper
  • Canola Oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Light Brown Sugar
  • Dark Brown Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Yellow Mustard
  • Lemon, Juice Of
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 (28 ounce) bottle ketchup

How to Make Barbecue Sauce Red

  1. Saute 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped, and 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper in 2 tablespoons canola oil or butter over medium heat until lightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and simmer for 5 minutes more.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons honey, and 2 tablespoons molasses. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sugars caramelize, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Add 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) bottle of ketchup and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

85 g

Sugar

442g

Fat

2g

Carbs

40g