Add a tangy twist to your barbeque with this delicious and easy-to-make Apple Tea Barbeque Sauce. Made with a combination of sweet and savory flavors, this sauce is perfect for marinating meats, basting on grilled veggies, or serving as a dipping sauce. The addition of apple tea adds a unique depth of flavor and balances the sweetness of the sauce. It's sure to become a family favorite for all your barbeque gatherings!
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple tea (brewed and cooled)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, apple tea, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk the ingredients together until well combined. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool completely. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Once cooled, transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before using to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Use the Apple Tea Barbeque Sauce to marinate meats, baste on grilled veggies, or serve as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Apple tea adds a unique depth of flavor to the barbeque sauce.
This sauce can also be used as a marinade for tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option.
The sweetness of the brown sugar balances well with the tanginess of the apple cider vinegar.