Put a Southern twist on your barbeque with this tangy and sweet Mississippi Sweet and Sour Barbeque Sauce. Made with a combination of ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, and spices, this sauce is the perfect balance of flavors. It's great for marinating meats, basting on the grill, or serving as a dipping sauce. Get ready to elevate your barbeque game with this mouthwatering recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Directions
- In a saucepan, combine the ketchup, white vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, tomato paste, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if desired.
- Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool.
- Transfer the sauce to a jar or bottle and refrigerate until ready to use.
- The barbeque sauce is now ready to use for marinating, basting, or as a dipping sauce.
Interesting Facts
Barbeque sauces vary greatly across different regions of the United States, and Mississippi Sweet and Sour Barbeque Sauce is a unique twist on the traditional flavors.
The tangy and sweet flavors of this sauce pair well with a variety of meats, from chicken and pork to beef and ribs.
Adjust the level of spiciness by adding or reducing the amount of cayenne pepper in the recipe.
This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.