Introduction
Summer is here, and it's time to fire up the grill and enjoy some delicious BBQ with friends and family. However, no BBQ is complete without a tasty BBQ sauce to accompany those juicy meats. In this article, we will share with you an easy-to-follow BBQ sauce recipe that will elevate your outdoor cookout game to the next level.Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 3 cups of ketchup
- 1 cup of brown sugar
- 1 cup of apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup of yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon of onion powder
- 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Meat:
- 2-3 lbs of your favorite meat (chicken, pork, beef)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
For the Sauce:
- Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan and whisk together until well combined.
- Place the saucepan on the stovetop on medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- Transfer the sauce to a mason jar or any other airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
For the Meat:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Season your meat with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Place the meat on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side or until it reaches the desired doneness.
- Brush the BBQ sauce generously onto the meat during the last few minutes of cooking, and let it caramelize.
- Remove the meat from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Tips
- If you prefer a sweeter sauce, you can add more brown sugar.
- If you prefer a spicier sauce, you can add more cayenne pepper.
- For a smokier flavor, you can use smoked salt or smoked paprika.
- You can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to use it.