Oh honey, let me tell you about this tangy, spicy, and finger lickin’ good Homemade BBQ Sauce; and guess what, it’s ketchup-free! That’s right, no bottled, overly sweet ketchup involved in this DIY sauce. Ideal for grilling seasons, tailgate parties, or just your regular Tuesday night, it’s a hit no matter where it’s served. And it’s so flippin’ fantastic, it’ll have your taste buds dancing the cha-cha! I’m pretty sure you’re gonna love it, especially if you’re a fan of full-flavored BBQ with a southern-twist!
Enough chatter, let’s talk some numbers. Prepping your sauce takes just about 10 minutes. Cook time? A scant 20 minutes. Total time from start to finish: a rapid 30 minutes. Servings tailored for 4 starving adults. And your yield, my friend, is a cool 2 cups of BBQ bliss. Hang tight, we’re about to dive headfirst into the delicious details!
Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need
- 1 Cup of Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 Cup of Brown Sugar
- 1/4 Cup of Yellow Mustard
- 1 Tablespoon of Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon of Lemon Juice
- Pinch of Cayenne Pepper
- Small Saucepan
- Whisk
Just a quick rundown of some rockstar ingredients here. Our Apple Cider Vinegar gets you that authentic BBQ tang, while Brown Sugar is your sweet counterpart. Yellow Mustard gives a good spicy kick, and Worcestershire Sauce and Lemon Juice add a dash of complexity that sets your sauce apart. If someone is sensitive to heat, you can replace Cayenne with black pepper. Onward!
How to Make Homemade BBQ Sauce(no Ketchup)
1. Bring it all together. Combine vinegar, sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and cayenne in your saucepan.
2. Stir it out! Use your whisk to mix everything until the sugar is fully dissolved.
3. Apply low heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes or until thickened.
4. Get ready for the touchdown, your sauce is ready to blitz those ribs!
Tips For The Best Results
- Always taste the sauce before using it, adjust flavors if needed.
- For an extra tangy sauce, add a squirt of lemon juice.
Storage Tips
- Refrigerate your sauce in an airtight container. It’ll keep for up to a week!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use white sugar instead of brown?
A: Yes, although brown sugar adds a richer flavor.
Q: Is the mustard necessary?
A: It adds a spicy tang you’ll love, but it’s alterable.
Q: How hot is the cayenne pepper?
A: It’s got a kick, but feel free to tweak!
Nutritional Facts of Homemade BBQ Sauce(no ketchup)
Without the sugary ketchup, our homemade BBQ sauce is lighter on the calories. It’s approximately 52 calories per tablespoon. Just keep it chill on the serving size, and you’re all good.
And that’s it! There ya have it, the tangy, sweet, and spicy Homemade BBQ Sauce(no ketchup) that’ll take your BBQ game to the next level. Lather it on ribs, slather it on chicken, heck – eat it with a spoon! It’s fingerlicking proof that the best BBQ sauces are homemade. Enjoy!
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