10 Minute Homemade Barbecue Sauce

This 10 Minute Homemade Barbecue Sauce is the ultimate companion for your grilling adventures. In just ten minutes, you can create a sweet, tangy, and smoky sauce that will elevate your meats, veggies, and even snacks to a whole new level. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this versatile sauce is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether slathered on grilled chicken or served as a dip for crispy fries, this barbecue sauce will have everyone reaching for more!

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time5 mins

Total Time10 mins

Course: SIDES Cuisine: American Keyword: Feel free to customize the sweetness by adding more brown sugar or honey. For additional heat, increase the cayenne pepper or add hot sauce. This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or frozen for up to three months. Servings: Approximately 12 servings Calories: 60kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup black treacle (cane molasses)
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp cooking oil
2 tsp mustard (English or Dijon)
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional: 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (for heat)

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients: ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, apple cider vinegar, cooking oil, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, black pepper, and cayenne (if desired).
Whisk until well combined.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat and let it simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes while stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Cool to room temperature before transferring to an airtight container.

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