Homemade Barbecue Sauce Recipe for Delicious Meat Sandwiches

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

1. 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).
2. Stir the mixture well to combine all the ingredients.
3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the sauce to a simmer.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings according to your preference. Add more salt, pepper, or cayenne pepper for spiciness if desired.
6. 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.
7. Transfer the barbecue sauce to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate it until ready to use.
8. To use the sauce, simply spread it on your favorite meat sandwiches or use it as a dipping sauce for grilled meats.
9. Enjoy your delicious homemade barbecue sauce on your meat sandwiches!

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