Big Al's K C Bar B Q Sauce Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with Big Al's Kansas City-style BBQ sauce! This sweet and smoky masterpiece delivers a tantalizing kick that'll have you reaching for more. Perfect for ribs, chicken, brisket, or anything that craves a flavor explosion.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 49.5 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Big Al's K C Bar B Q Sauce

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How to Make Big Al's K C Bar B Q Sauce

  1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) of butter.
  2. Add 2 cups ketchup, 1 cup tomato sauce, 1 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup wine vinegar, 1/4 cup molasses, 1 teaspoon liquid smoke, and whisk to combine.
  3. Stir in 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon celery seed, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Reduce heat to low, and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. For a thicker sauce, simmer longer. For a thinner sauce, simmer for a shorter time or add 1-2 tablespoons of water as needed.
  6. Brush generously onto your favorite BBQ meats during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

1g

Carbs

3g