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tangy sweet barbecue sauce served on a rustic wooden table with smoky homemade barbecue sauce

Classic Tangy-Sweet Barbecue Sauce

Rich homemade barbecue sauce with tangy vinegar, honey, mustard, and smoky flavor.
Couverts4 servings
Preparation 5 minutes
Preparation time:1 hour
Total time 1 hour 5 minutes
estimated costs pp $0.95 per person
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Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Storage jar

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cups tomato ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons 14-spice dry rub mix

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into a saucepan.
  • Whisk thoroughly until smooth and evenly combined.
  • Bring the sauce to a gentle boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low.
  • Simmer uncovered for 1 hour while stirring occasionally.
  • Cook until the sauce thickens slightly and develops rich flavor.
  • Remove from the heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Notes

Simmering the sauce uncovered helps create thicker texture and deeper barbecue flavor.

Serve Tip

Serve this sauce with ribs, burgers, chicken, brisket, pulled pork, or barbecue sandwiches.

Variations

Add smoked paprika, bourbon, chipotle peppers, garlic, or extra honey for deeper smoky sweetness and spice.

Wine Advice

A fruity Zinfandel pairs beautifully with the sweet smoky richness of this barbecue sauce.

Nutrition values

Calories: 105 kcal | Carbohydrates: 24 g | Protein: 1 g | Sodium: 690 mg | Sugar: 20 g
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Course; Barbecue / Basic recipe / Condiments / Grill / Sauce
Cuisine; American / United States
Season: All Seasons
Diets; Dairy-Free / Vegetarian
Holliday: Game Day