Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce
This Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce with the perfect balance of tanginess and sweetness is made with simple ingredients you already have at home!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time15 minutes mins
Course: condiment
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 12
- ½ cup Apple cider vinegar
- ⅔ cup ketchup
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- ¼ cup brown sugar or honey
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Add all the above ingredients into a small pot or saucepan.
Allow it to simmer over medium heat for about 6-8 minutes.
Next, let it cool completely and store it in a jar for up to 2 weeks or serve as needed
- Makes: 1½ cups
- Each serving is 2 tablespoons
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Stir occasionally while simmering to prevent sticking; adjust heat for a gentle simmer.
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Cool sauce completely before storing for settled flavors and better texture.
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Adjust ingredient quantities to match taste preferences.
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Refrigerate the BBQ sauce in an airtight jar for up to 2 weeks.
Calories: 36kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 317mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 236IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg