One Shot Sauce Recipe

Legend says this fiery sauce was born in 1861 on the Goodnight-Loving Trail! A hurried cook, Charlie, accidentally (or perhaps purposefully!) added whiskey to his steak sauce, and a legend was born. This recipe recreates that boozy, flavorful delight – perfect for steak, but also amazing on burgers, chicken, or anything that needs a kick! A taste of the Old West, with a modern twist.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 152.6 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for One Shot Sauce

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How to Make One Shot Sauce

  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic.
  2. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add 1 cup of ketchup, 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish, and 1/4 cup whiskey (bourbon or rye recommended).
  4. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving. Yields approximately 3 cups.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

48g

Carbs

0g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make One Shot Sauce?

One Shot Sauce takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in One Shot Sauce?

One Shot Sauce has approximately 152.6 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for One Shot Sauce?

The key ingredients for One Shot Sauce are Butter, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Whiskey, Worcestershire Sauce, Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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