Homemade Barbecue Sauce

10 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Start with a big can of tomato puree.
  2. 2Rinse out the can with a little water and add to the sauce.
  3. 3Add honey or molasses for sweetness.
  4. 4Add a little bit of Worcestershire for umami and saltiness.
  5. 5Add apple cider vinegar for sweetness and tang.
  6. 6Add a little bit of yellow mustard.
  7. 7Add a little brown sugar.
  8. 8Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.
  9. 9Add a little bit of white vinegar for more tang without sweetness.
  10. 10Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  11. 11Cook for about 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to infuse and sugars to caramelize.
  12. 12Let the barbecue sauce cool completely before serving.

Ingredients

  • 1 can tomato puree
  • water
  • honey
  • molasses
  • little bit Worcestershire
  • apple cider vinegar
  • little bit yellow mustard
  • little brown sugar
  • salt
  • pepper
  • onion powder
  • garlic powder
  • little bit white vinegar

Tips

  • Make a big batch as barbecue sauce lasts a long time in the fridge.
  • Let the sauce cool completely before serving for optimal flavor development.