Author : chef ssentongo Geoffrey

How to Make BBQ Sauce

Here’s a simple step-by-step recipe for making a delicious homemade BBQ sauce:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a bit of heat)

Instructions:

1. Combine Ingredients:
   • In a medium saucepan, combine all the ingredients: ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using).
2. Mix Well:
   • Stir the mixture well to ensure all the ingredients are fully combined.
3. Simmer:
   • Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
4. Cook:
   • Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and to help the flavors meld together.
5. Adjust Consistency:
   • If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little water to reach your desired consistency. If it’s too thin, let it simmer a bit longer to thicken.
6. Taste and Adjust Seasoning:
   • Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more salt, pepper, or sugar to suit your taste.
7. Cool and Store:
   • Once the sauce has reached your desired consistency and flavor, remove it from the heat. Let it cool completely before transferring it to a jar or bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Tips:

• Customization: Feel free to tweak the ingredients to suit your taste. For example, you can add more honey for sweetness or more cayenne pepper for heat.
• Usage: This BBQ sauce is perfect for grilling, as a marinade, or as a dipping sauce.

Enjoy your homemade BBQ sauce! 🍖 If you have any other questions or need more recipes, feel free to ask.