Ingredients
BBQ Sauce Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 ¼ cup 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
- Combine Ingredients: Place the brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper into a medium saucepan. Whisk everything together thoroughly until well combined.
- Simmer the Sauce: Put the saucepan over medium-low heat and stir occasionally. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer, which will help the flavors meld and thicken the sauce, usually about 5 minutes.
- Cool the Sauce: Remove the pan from heat and let the BBQ sauce cool to room temperature. This halts cooking and helps it thicken further.
- Store and Marinate: Transfer the cooled sauce into an airtight container and refrigerate. To develop the best flavor, let the sauce rest for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight in the refrigerator before using.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, simmer a few minutes longer, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- You can adjust the sweetness or tanginess by adding more brown sugar or vinegar to taste.
- Use this BBQ sauce as a marinade, dipping sauce, or glazing sauce on grilled meats, vegetables, or burgers.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
