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

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barbecue Sauce Red

1 medium onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons molasses
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup water
Yellow Mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (28 ounce) bottle of ketchup
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

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How to Make Barbecue Sauce Red

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.
Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and simmer for 5 minutes more.
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.
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.
Stir in 1 (28 ounce) bottle of ketchup and simmer for 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and let cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

85 g

Sugar

442g

Fat

Carbs

40g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Barbecue Sauce Red?

Barbecue Sauce Red takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Barbecue Sauce Red?

Barbecue Sauce Red has approximately 504.6 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 40 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Barbecue Sauce Red?

The key ingredients for Barbecue Sauce Red are Yellow Onion, Green Bell Pepper, Red Bell Pepper, Dried Red Pepper, Canola Oil, Garlic. See the full list with measurements above.