Sweet And Sour Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this vibrant Sweet and Sour Barbecue Sauce! Perfect for grilling chicken, ribs, or lamb, this recipe delivers a tangy and sweet flavor explosion in just 8 minutes. Use it as a basting glaze for ultimate juicy tenderness or serve it alongside your favorite meat for an unforgettable culinary experience. This easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Calories 408.2 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet And Sour Barbecue Sauce

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How to Make Sweet And Sour Barbecue Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove from heat and taste. Adjust sweetness or sourness as desired by adding more brown sugar or apple cider vinegar.
  5. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

68 g

Sugar

322g

Fat

0g

Carbs

33g