Learn how to make your own flavorful and tangy barbecue sauce perfect for lathering on succulent meat sandwiches. This homemade sauce will elevate the taste of your sandwiches to a whole new level. It takes just a few minutes to prepare and will become a staple in your kitchen for all your barbecuing needs.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spiciness)
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, molasses, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if desired).
- Stir the mixture well to combine all the ingredients.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the sauce to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings according to your preference. Add more salt, pepper, or cayenne pepper for spiciness if desired.
- Once the sauce has thickened slightly and all the flavors have melded together, remove it from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- Transfer the barbecue sauce to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate it until ready to use.
- To use the sauce, simply spread it on your favorite meat sandwiches or use it as a dipping sauce for grilled meats.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade barbecue sauce on your meat sandwiches!
