Homemade Honey Barbecue Sauce Recipe

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Homemade Honey Barbecue Sauce Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 07, 2024

This homemade honey barbecue sauce is sweet, tangy, and full of flavor. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this sauce is perfect for marinating grilled meats, basting while cooking, or using as a dipping sauce. The combination of honey, barbecue sauce, and spices creates a delicious balance of sweetness and smokiness. Give your favorite barbecue dishes a tasty twist with this easy-to-make sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, honey, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  2. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
  6. Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
  7. Serve the honey barbecue sauce with grilled meats, use it as a marinade, or as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Barbecue sauces are a popular staple in American cuisine, with many regional variations.
  • Honey adds a touch of natural sweetness to the barbecue sauce and helps caramelize the meat when grilled.
  • Using Dijon mustard adds a tangy and slightly spicy flavor to the sauce.
  • Smoked paprika gives the sauce a subtle smoky taste reminiscent of barbecue pit smoke.
  • The cayenne pepper is optional and can be adjusted according to your preferred level of spiciness.