When it comes to BBQ, the sauce can make or break the dish. A good BBQ sauce can elevate the flavor of any meat, and it’s especially great for grilling season. While there are many different types of BBQ sauces, one of the most popular and versatile is made with ketchup.
In this article, we’ll share a simple and delicious recipe for BBQ sauce using ketchup as the base.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
- Add in the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce is too sweet, you can add more vinegar or mustard to balance it out.
- Use the sauce immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Tips:
- If you like a thicker sauce, you can reduce the amount of vinegar in the recipe.
- For a sweeter sauce, increase the amount of brown sugar.
- If you like a smokier flavor, add more smoked paprika or a dash of liquid smoke.
- This sauce is great on chicken, ribs, pulled pork, and burgers.
Making your own BBQ sauce is a great way to customize the flavor and impress your guests. This ketchup-based recipe is simple, delicious, and perfect for any BBQ dish. With a few tweaks to the recipe, you can create your own signature sauce that will have everyone asking for the recipe. So fire up the grill, grab your tongs, and get ready to enjoy some mouth-watering BBQ with this homemade sauce.