Description
This Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe is sweet, tangy, and perfectly balanced with just a hint of heat. Ready in only 15 minutes, it’s your go-to sauce for grilled chicken, burgers, or dipping fries.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together all ingredients.
2. Heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to simmer, stirring often.
3. Simmer for 6-8 minutes until thickened, then remove from heat.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness or tang if needed.
5. Cool slightly before using or transfer to a glass jar and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Notes
For a smoky twist, add chipotle powder or smoked paprika.
Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Perfect for grilled chicken, pulled turkey, or as a dip for fries.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce, Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Mexican Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 89
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 592mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg