Homemade No-Cook BBQ Sauce
Our Homemade No-Cook BBQ Sauce recipe is a game-changer. With pantry staples like brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar, you'll whip up the best BBQ sauce in no time.
Servings 2 1/2 Cups
Calories 20kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups ketchup
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix until well combined
- Taste and adjust to your personal preferences.
- Store in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
As written, this recipe provides a BBQ sauce that is really balanced between sweet and tangy. Use your homemade sauce as you would store-bought - perfect on chicken, pork, ribs, even roasted sweet potatoes.
Storage: The prepared homemade barbecue sauce will keep in the fridge for at least 2 weeks.
The beauty of making your own sauces at home is that you get to be as creative as you want. Try some of these variations:
- Sweet and Spicy: Add a dash of hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick alongside the sweetness of the brown sugar.
- Smoky Flavor: Incorporate smoked paprika or a splash of liquid smoke to infuse your BBQ sauce with a rich, smoky aroma and taste.
- Tangy Twist: Increase the amount of apple cider vinegar or add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and onion powder and garlic powder for a tangier profile that cuts through the richness of grilled meats.
- Asian-Inspired: Mix in soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a touch of sesame oil for an Asian-inspired BBQ sauce that pairs perfectly with grilled chicken or pork.
- Fruit Infusion: Experiment with adding fruit preserves or purees such as peach, pineapple, or apricot for a fruity undertone that complements the savory elements of the sauce.
- Mustard Base: Replace some or all of the brown sugar with honey mustard or Dijon mustard for a tangy and slightly pungent BBQ sauce variation.
- Herbaceous Blend: Stir in chopped fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, or thyme to add a burst of freshness and herbaceous flavor to your BBQ sauce.
- Maple Glaze: Substitute maple syrup for the brown sugar to create a sweet and slightly smoky BBQ sauce that's perfect for drizzling over grilled vegetables or tofu.
- Chipotle Infusion: Blend chipotle peppers in adobo sauce into your BBQ sauce for a smoky, spicy, and slightly sweet flavor profile that's great on ribs or burgers.
- Honey Bourbon: Incorporate bourbon and honey into your BBQ sauce for a rich and complex flavor profile that's perfect for slathering on grilled chicken or ribs.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 20kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Sodium: 125mg | Sugar: 4g