Sweet & Spicy Honey BBQ Glaze
Sweet & Spicy Honey BBQ Glaze is a rich homemade barbecue sauce that combines honey, ketchup, smoky paprika, Dijon mustard, and a gentle kick of cayenne. Perfect for glazing grilled meats, brushing onto ribs, or serving as a flavorful dipping sauce.
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- Whisk
Ingredients
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- ½ cup honey
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Black pepper
- Salt
Instructions
- Combine the ketchup, honey, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a medium saucepan.
- Whisk until completely smooth.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low.
- Cook for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Allow the glaze to cool before serving or storing.
- Use as a glaze or dipping sauce.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Brush the glaze onto meat during the final minutes of grilling to prevent the honey from burning. Allow the sauce to cool before transferring it to a clean airtight jar. The flavors become even richer after resting overnight in the refrigerator. Use this glaze on chicken, ribs, pork, burgers, or as a dipping sauce for fries and chicken wings.Wine Advice
A fruity Merlot pairs beautifully with the sweet and smoky barbecue flavors. For a lighter option, enjoy a chilled Rosé alongside grilled dishes finished with this glaze.Nutrition values
Calories: 80 kcal | Carbohydrates: 20 g | Protein: 1 g | Sodium: 320 mg | Sugar: 18 g