Lemon Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Lemon Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; Ketchup; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Chili Powder; Brown Sugar; Garlic

Forget store-bought! This unbelievably easy and delicious Lemon Barbecue Sauce is ready in minutes—no cooking required! A family favorite, it's perfect for grilling spareribs, chicken, or your favorite protein. Zesty lemon perfectly complements the smoky sweetness for a flavor explosion you won't believe.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 411.6 kcal

Protein 4g

Rating 4.9 (9 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Barbecue Sauce

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
Chili Powder
Brown Sugar
Garlic

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How to Make Lemon Barbecue Sauce

In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more honey for sweetness, lemon juice for tartness, or spices to your preference.
Generously baste your favorite meat (spareribs are amazing!) with the sauce during the last 15-20 minutes of grilling, or use as a marinade for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
Enjoy your incredibly flavorful, homemade barbecue sauce!