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The Importance of Homemade BBQ Sauce
When it comes to barbecuing, the sauce is just as important as the meat. A great homemade BBQ sauce can take your barbecue to the next level. Store bought BBQ sauces are often loaded with preservatives and artificial flavors that can leave a bad taste in your mouth. That's why making your own homemade BBQ sauce is the way to go. In this article, we'll show you how to make a delicious homemade BBQ sauce without using ketchup.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you'll need for this homemade BBQ sauce recipe: - 1 cup brown sugar - 1 cup apple cider vinegar - 1/2 cup molasses - 1/4 cup honey - 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce - 2 tablespoons yellow mustard - 2 tablespoons paprika - 1 tablespoon garlic powder - 1 tablespoon onion powder - 1 tablespoon chili powder - Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, molasses, honey, and Worcestershire sauce. 2. Add the yellow mustard, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder to the saucepan. 3. Stir the ingredients together and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. 4. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. 5. Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes. 6. Once the sauce has cooled, use a blender or immersion blender to blend the sauce until it's smooth. 7. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. 8. Store the homemade BBQ sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
How to Use Homemade BBQ Sauce
This homemade BBQ sauce is perfect for any type of meat. You can use it as a marinade for chicken, pork, or beef. You can also use it as a dipping sauce for ribs, chicken wings, or vegetables.
Tips and Tricks
- If you like your BBQ sauce spicy, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper. - If you like your BBQ sauce sweeter, add more honey or brown sugar. - This homemade BBQ sauce will keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
The Bottom Line
Making your own homemade BBQ sauce without ketchup is easy and delicious. By using simple ingredients, you can create a sauce that's perfect for any type of meat. Give this recipe a try and take your barbecue to the next level.
