The Barbecue Sauce For Steaks And Chicken Recipe

Elevate your BBQ game with this incredibly flavorful and unique sauce! Perfect for steaks, chicken sandwiches, or any BBQ dish, this recipe delivers kid-friendly deliciousness. Developed for budget-conscious cooks (Dining for a Dollar!), this sauce boasts a rich depth of flavor thanks to a 24-hour refrigeration process that allows the ingredients to meld beautifully. Get ready to experience a BBQ sauce like no other!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 1450 mins
Calories 281.4 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for The Barbecue Sauce For Steaks And Chicken

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How to Make The Barbecue Sauce For Steaks And Chicken

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  2. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, and 1 teaspoon celery seeds.
  4. Stir until all spices are well blended and combined.
  5. Add 1 cup tomato ketchup, 1/2 cup Pepsi, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 2 tablespoons cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons French mustard, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon liquid smoke, and another 1/4 cup Pepsi.
  6. Stir continuously with a wooden spoon until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  7. Reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to deepen and meld. Do not simmer longer than 30 minutes or textures may change.
  8. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours to allow the flavors to fully develop before using.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

190g

Fat

5g

Carbs

18g

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