Description
A robust barbecue sauce balancing smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors with a bright citrus finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add minced shallot and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
- Add ketchup, apple cider vinegar, orange juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, molasses, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
- Stir in smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Use immediately or transfer to a jar and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
For a smokier flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke with the other spices. Adjust citrus to taste by adding more orange or lemon juice if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 11 g
- Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Protein: 0 g