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Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe

4.8 from 139 reviews

This Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce recipe combines classic tangy, sweet, and smoky flavors into a versatile sauce perfect for grilling, marinating, or dipping. Made with simple pantry ingredients like ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, and spices, it is quick to prepare and keeps well refrigerated, adding rich flavor to your favorite dishes.

Ingredients

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BBQ Sauce Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup white vinegar
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp dry mustard
  • 2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Combine ketchup and butter: In a mixing bowl, blend room temperature ketchup with melted butter until fully combined and smooth.
  2. Add remaining ingredients: Stir in white vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, dry mustard, and salt. Whisk thoroughly until the sauce is smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Use or store the sauce: You can use the BBQ sauce immediately for your recipes, or transfer it into a mason jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Ensure the ketchup is at room temperature before mixing with butter to prevent clumping.
  • Adjust the brown sugar amount to taste for a sweeter or less sweet sauce.
  • This sauce can be used as a marinade, a topping for grilled meats, or as a dipping sauce.
  • Store the sauce in an airtight container to preserve freshness and prevent contamination.
  • Shake or stir well before each use if stored for several days.

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