Homemade BBQ Sauce
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 63kcal
This Homemade BBQ Sauce for brisket is so easy! Made in just 15-minutes with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. This southern sauce is not only delicious on brisket, but also pork chops, chicken, and ribs!
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups ketchup
- 1/2 cup water or brisket drippings from sous vide
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon chile powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Stir together all ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook until thickened, about 10 minutes.
Notes
How to store & freeze
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To Store. Store leftovers tightly sealed in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. I like to store it in a glass mason jar.
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To Freeze. Freeze individual portions into cubes using this silicone ice cube mold, or freeze in ziploc bags or containers (allowing room for expansion). It will keep in the freezer for 3 months. To use, thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
- Honey Barbecue Sauce: Add 2 Tablespoons honey.
- Maple Barbecue Sauce: Add 2 Tablespoons maple syrup.
- Smoky Barbecue Sauce: Add 2 teaspoons liquid smoke.
- Spicy Barbecue Sauce: Add cayenne pepper, to taste.
- Bourbon Barbecue Sauce: Add 1/4 cup bourbon before simmering.
- Red Wine Barbecue Sauce: Add 1/4 cup red wine before simmering (I love Pinot Noir or Zinfandel for this).
Nutrition
Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 739mg | Potassium: 197mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 598IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg