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Flavorful Dad’s Secret BBQ Sauce Recipe with Easy Tangy Sweet Glaze

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A quick and easy BBQ sauce recipe with a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors, ideal for ribs, grilled veggies, or as a dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup tomato ketchup
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons extra brown sugar (for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons water (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Combine the base ingredients: In a medium saucepan, add 1 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/3 cup brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons honey. Stir gently to mix all together (about 2 minutes).
  2. Add the spices: Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Pour in 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. Stir well until uniform (about 2 minutes).
  3. Simmer the sauce: Place the pan over medium-low heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir frequently, scraping the bottom to prevent sticking. Cook for 15-18 minutes until thickened and aromatic.
  4. Prepare the glaze: While simmering, whisk together 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl.
  5. Add the glaze to the sauce: Stir the glaze into the sauce and cook for another 3-5 minutes over low heat, stirring constantly until glossy and slightly thicker.
  6. Final taste test and adjustments: Remove from heat and taste. Adjust salt or sweetness if desired. Add more honey if too tangy or more vinegar if too sweet.
  7. Cool and store: Let the sauce cool to room temperature before transferring to a clean jar or airtight container. Makes about 1 1/2 cups (350 ml).

Notes

For gluten-free, use gluten-free Worcestershire sauce or tamari. For vegan, substitute honey with maple syrup and Worcestershire sauce with tamari or soy sauce. If sauce thickens after chilling, stir in a teaspoon of warm water before serving. Apply multiple thin layers of sauce during last 10 minutes of grilling for best caramelized finish. Store in fridge up to 2 weeks or freeze up to 3 months.

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Keywords: BBQ sauce, barbecue sauce, tangy sweet glaze, smoky BBQ sauce, easy BBQ sauce, homemade BBQ sauce, grilling sauce

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