Best 17 Bar B Que Sauce Recipes

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Barbecue sauce, a versatile and flavorful condiment, adds a tangy, smoky, and savory kick to a variety of dishes, from grilled meats and vegetables to burgers, sandwiches, and even pizza. With its rich and complex flavors, barbecue sauce elevates any meal to a lip-smacking experience. Whether you prefer a classic tomato-based sauce, a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce, or a spicy chipotle sauce, there's a barbecue sauce out there to suit every palate. Whether you're grilling in the backyard or cooking in the kitchen, the perfect barbecue sauce can transform your meal into a mouthwatering masterpiece.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAR-B-QUE SAUCE



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This is an easy to make Bar-B-Que sauce using ingredients most people have at home.

Provided by Debi K

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 dash hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon mustard powder
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, stir together the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, hot pepper sauce, garlic powder, mustard powder, and salt. Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before brushing on your favorite meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 32.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 283.4 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

HOMEMADE BBQ SAUCE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 35m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 onion, diced
1 cup ketchup
1/3 cup molasses
1/3 cup brown sugar
4 tablespoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
4 tablespoons distilled vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Dash salt

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and onions and cook for 5 minutes, stirring, being careful not to burn them. Reduce the heat to low. Add the ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, chipotle peppers, vinegar (or less to taste), Worcestershire sauce and salt and stir. Allow to simmer for 20 minutes. Taste after simmering and add whatever ingredient it needs (more spice, more sugar, etc.).

PORK BBQ SAUCE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     condiment

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup brown sugar
1 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup chili sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
Hot sauce, for seasoning
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Add the brown sugar, vinegar, chili sauce, ketchup and Worcestershire sauce to small saucepan and stir to combine. Add the hot sauce, salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 20 minutes.

NEELY'S BBQ SAUCE



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Slather your next barbecue with the Neelys' BBQ Sauce recipe from Down Home with the Neelys on Food Network.

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 1h20m

Yield 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups ketchup
1 cup water
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
5 tablespoons light brown sugar
5 tablespoons sugar
1/2 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 tablespoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for 1 hour 15 minutes.

QUICK BBQ SAUCE



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For a basic barbecue sauce, all you have to do is whisk together ketchup, light brown sugar, white wine vinegar, worcestershire sauce, and paprika. Use this recipe when making grilled or slow-cooked meat, such as our Barbecue Pork Sandwiches.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons light-brown sugar
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons paprika
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, (optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients.

CHINESE BARBECUE SAUCE



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This is the exact sauce that you use when you want some real Chinese ribs. Also can be used as a marinade for boneless pork, which goes PERFECTLY in roast pork fried rice!

Provided by javagirl81

Categories     Chinese

Time 4h15m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 -6 minced fresh garlic cloves
1 piece fresh ginger, minced
1 cup hoisin sauce
1/2 cup sherry wine
1/2 cup soy sauce (low-sodium works too-)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
3 teaspoons red food coloring

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in a bowl,( or a jar with a tight fitting lid), until the sugar is dissolved. Refrigerate until you are ready to use it.
  • *You can set aside some for use as a dipping sauce, but you must first bring it to a full rolling boil, over med. heat, then reduce the heat to low, and simmer until it is thick, and slightly reduced.
  • **When you are ready to cook, marinate meat for 4-24 hours, turning once every two hours. You then grill or broil the meat until it is cooked through,(and slightly charred- this adds to the flavor!).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.6, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 1.9, Sodium 3052.8, Carbohydrate 60.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 44.2, Protein 6.2

A VERY POPULAR BBQ SAUCE



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This recipe has a lot of sweetness and spice, so if you're looking for a classic BBQ sauce that's easy to make, look no further. It is very popular with users of 'ceramic' type smokers and grills, (i.e. Primo, Kamado, Big Green Egg, etc.)

Provided by JRNEUMILLER

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups brown sugar
1 ½ cups ketchup
½ cup red wine vinegar
½ cup water
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 ½ tablespoons dry mustard
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons black pepper
2 dashes hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, water and Worcestershire sauce. Season with mustard, paprika, salt, pepper, and hot pepper sauce. Blend until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 278.4 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

TEXAS-STYLE BBQ SAUCE



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We love a Texas BBQ sauce with all the right moves: ketchup, mustard, lemon juice, chili powder, Worcestershire and brown sugar. -Sandy Klocinski, Summerville, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 1-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons chili powder

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

OLLIE GATES'S BARBECUE SAUCE



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This recipe for barbecue sauce is from Ollie Gates, owner of Gates Bar-B-Q in Kansas City.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes

Yield Makes 3 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sugar
1/4 cup salt
2 tablespoons celery seed
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons ground red pepper
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 quarts ketchup
2 cups apple vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together sugar, salt, celery seed, cumin, red pepper, and garlic and chili powders. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Add dry ingredients, and mix well. Serve warm or at room temperature.

BARBECUED BEEF ROAST



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Try this roast for baked-in barbecue flavor! My daughter makes it in the slow cooker and it turns out great that way, too. Leftovers? Shred and serve in buns. Luana Kempf-Ashley, North Dakota.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons celery salt
2 teaspoons pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Dash ground nutmeg
3 drops hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon Liquid Smoke, optional
1 beef sirloin tip roast (3-1/2 pounds)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Stir in Liquid Smoke if desired. Place roast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan; pour ketchup mixture over the top., Cover and bake at 325° for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until meat is tender. Remove meat to a serving platter and keep warm. Skim fat from pan juices and thicken juices if desired. Serve with beef.

Nutrition Facts :

BARBECUE SAUCE



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Learn how to make superb barbecue sauce and wow your barbie guests - it's incredibly moreish

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Condiment

Time 35m

Yield Makes 450ml/16fl oz

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
400g can chopped tomatoes
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
85g brown sugar
3 tbsp malt vinegar
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp tomato purée

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saucepan and add the onion. Cook over a gentle heat 4-5 mins, until softened. Add the remaining ingredients, season and mix. Bring to the boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 mins, until thickened. For a smooth sauce, simply whizz the mixture in a food processor or with a hand blender for a few seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Sodium 0.06 milligram of sodium

RHUBARB BARBECUE SAUCE



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This tangy rhubarb sauce tastes outstanding served over turkey, chicken or pork. Fresh garlic and a bunch of seasonings give it a nice kick! -Carol Anderson Coaldale, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 2-1/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb
2/3 cup water
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup ketchup
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring rhubarb and water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, or until tender, 5-6 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly. , Place rhubarb in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth. Set aside., In the same saucepan, cook onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Add the remaining ingredients. , Whisk in rhubarb puree until blended. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Use as a basting sauce for grilled meats. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

BARBEQUE SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ketchup, worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, light brown sugar, molasses, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper

Provided by Katie Aubin

Time 30m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
⅓ cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons molasses
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, Worcestershire, apple cider vinegar, mustard, brown sugar, molasses, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne whisk to combine.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
  • Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks
  • Enjoy!

DIABETIC BAR-B-Q SAUCE



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Spring is here! Let the cookouts begin. Here is a simple but good recipe for barbecue sauce that is sure to please.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 1 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar (I use brown sugar substitute.)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes on low heat.
  • Best if allowed to sit in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Can be used immediately after preparing.

CURRY BAR-B-QUE SAUCE



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I was looking for a good recipe for a homemade bar-b-que sauce I could use on pork chops, but I couldn't find one I liked so I made my own. So far I've only used it on pork chops I cooked in the oven. It's super easy and fast. And it's tasty too! Even my 3 year-old and my husband like it.

Provided by AmerAussie

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 3/4 cup, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons dry mustard (like Colman's)
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon vinegar (white or cider)
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup brown sugar (or 2 Tablespoons maple syrup)

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients together in order listed, stirring after each ingredient.
  • Brush on meat before cooking, reapply about 15 minutes before meat is done.
  • I recommend making extra sauce or reserving some aside to go with the meal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 377.9, Carbohydrate 22.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 20.3, Protein 1

BAR B QUE SAUCE



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Another great recipe from my little red book--Fireman's Fire house Cook book. I have used this barbecue sauce for everything--even take a bottle with us on vacation. It tastes great on everything--any meat--you will love this one. You also can make it as mild or hot as you like--a wonderful sauce.

Provided by ann hugo

Categories     Sauces

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup prepared mustard
1 cup white vinegar or 1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon ReaLemon juice
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
6 beef bouillon cubes
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Tabasco sauce
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In saucepan add mustard and slowly add vinegar with a whisk keeping mustard from being lumpy.
  • Then add rest of ingredients, stirring until smooth; let simmer for 2 hours stirring often.
  • To thicken sauce you can add cornstarch.
  • Tou can store sauce in a clean mustard bottle and put in frig.
  • Will keep about a year in frig.

TANGY BAR-B-QUE SAUCE



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This recipe is excellent for bar-b-que chicken. Place on chicken just before ready and always have sauce for dipping. It has been a family recipe for over 40 years - everyone loves it.

Provided by Darlene

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 64

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (28 ounce) bottle ketchup
¾ cup water
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ lemon, juiced
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt the butter or margarine over medium heat. Stir in the onion and garlic powder. Saute until onions are soft. Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, water, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar and Season to taste with salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 233 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Tips:

  • Experiment with Different Ingredients: Don't be afraid to try different ingredients to create your own unique barbecue sauce. You can add fruits, vegetables, spices, and herbs to create a sauce that is tailored to your taste.
  • Use High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the taste of your barbecue sauce. Use fresh, ripe fruits and vegetables, and choose high-quality spices and herbs.
  • Cook the Sauce Low and Slow: Cooking the sauce low and slow allows the flavors to develop and meld together. Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or even longer if you have time.
  • Taste Test and Adjust: As you are cooking the sauce, taste it regularly and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may need to add more sugar, salt, or spices to achieve the desired flavor.
  • Use a Variety of Cooking Methods: You can make barbecue sauce on the stovetop, in the oven, or even in a slow cooker. Experiment with different methods to find the one that you like best.
  • Store the Sauce Properly: Once you have made your barbecue sauce, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze the sauce for up to 6 months.

Conclusion:

Making your own barbecue sauce is a great way to add flavor to your grilled meats, vegetables, and sandwiches. With a little experimentation, you can create a sauce that is perfect for your taste. So next time you are firing up the grill, be sure to try one of these delicious barbecue sauce recipes.

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