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Barbecue Sauce

Barbecue Sauce

  • Author: Kevin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: About 1 1/2 cups 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This versatile barbecue sauce recipe combines smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors to enhance a variety of grilled dishes. Made with fresh, natural ingredients including tomato sauce, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and natural spices, this sauce can be customized to suit your taste. Perfect for grilled vegetables, plant-based proteins, shrimp, and more, it offers a balanced fusion of zest, sweetness, and spices that will impress at any meal or gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetarian Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar (natural)

Dry Spices and Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder (natural)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder (natural)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
  • 1 teaspoon Natural Gelling Agent

Instructions

  1. Gather All Ingredients: Start by assembling fresh and high-quality ingredients to ensure the best flavor results in your sauce.
  2. Combine Liquid Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, mix tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar (natural) over medium heat.
  3. Add Dry Spices and Seasonings: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and the natural gelling agent to build layers of flavor and texture.
  4. Simmer and Stir: Let the sauce simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend flavors and thicken the sauce to that perfect consistency.
  5. Cool and Store: Once thickened, remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool before pouring it into sterilized jars or bottles for storage.

Notes

  • Use fresh spices where possible for brighter, more vibrant flavor.
  • Taste as you go and add brown sugar (natural) gradually to suit your preference.
  • Gentle heat helps ingredients meld beautifully without burning.
  • Keep your sauce in airtight containers in the fridge for maximum freshness.
  • For a velvety texture, use a blender or immersion blender before cooling.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 0.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: barbecue sauce, plant-based sauce, grilled sauce, smoky barbecue, tangy sauce, natural ingredients

Find it online: https://yumwayrecipes.com/barbecue-sauce/