Description
Elevate your summer barbecues and cozy family dinners with this delightful Brown Sugar BBQ Sauce. This homemade condiment combines the perfect balance of sweetness from brown sugar, tanginess from apple cider vinegar, and a hint of smokiness to enhance any dish. Use it as a glaze for grilled meats, a dip for appetizers, or a marinade for veggies – this versatile sauce is designed for all occasions. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, it offers a bold flavor that will impress your family and friends. Plus, by making it at home, you can avoid preservatives and enjoy the satisfaction of creating your own delicious BBQ sauce.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups light brown sugar, packed
- 1 ¼ cups ketchup
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and stir occasionally until the mixture simmers.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce cool completely.
- Transfer the cooled sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate.
- For optimal flavor, allow the sauce to sit for at least 4 hours or overnight before using.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 197mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg