Homemade Smoky BBQ Sauce

Homemade Smoky BBQ Sauce
35 min
total
4
people
233
calories per serving
Ingredients ↓

Ingredients

4 people

Method

A dark, glossy sauce that coats the back of a spoon. The powerful aroma of smoky paprika blends with the acidity of vinegar for a smooth glaze.

  1. 1

    In a saucepan, heat the oil. Add the finely chopped onion and garlic. They should become translucent and soft without browning.

  2. 2

    Pour in the brown sugar and honey. Let bubble over medium heat until the mixture starts to foam and takes on a deep amber color.

  3. 3

    Deglaze with the vinegar, scraping the bottom to loosen the juices. Add the tomato juice, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. Let reduce at a simmer until the sauce is syrupy and shiny.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get this dish right?
  • If the sauce is too thin, continue reducing: it should coat the back of a spoon without running off immediately.
  • For a professional finish, strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve to remove onion and garlic bits.
How long does this dish keep?

Keeps for 2 weeks in the refrigerator in an airtight jar.

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