Best 20 Sweet Bbq Sauce Recipes

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With its perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and smoky flavors, sweet barbecue sauce can elevate any grilled or roasted meat, fish, or vegetable dish. It is a versatile condiment that can be used as a marinade, a dipping sauce, or a finishing glaze. The best sweet barbecue sauce should provide a harmonious balance of flavors without overwhelming the natural taste of the food. If you are looking for a truly delectable sweet barbecue sauce recipe, keep reading for some fantastic options that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET, SPICY, AND STICKY BBQ SAUCE



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I use this sauce on ribs and then slow-cook 'em on the smoker. A guaranteed hit for any gathering; this sauce is my absolute favorite! May use immediately or keep in an air-tight container in a refrigerator up to several weeks. Brush sauce on ribs as ribs are finishing.

Provided by Aimee Mitchell

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

Time 1h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups cider vinegar
2 cups brown sugar
1 cup hot sauce
½ cup molasses

Steps:

  • Combine cider vinegar, brown sugar, hot sauce, and molasses in a non-stick saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook at a simmer until the sauce is thick and shiny, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 253.3 mg, Sugar 15.7 g

SWEET AND TANGY BBQ SAUCE



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Great thick sauce on ribs and chicken!

Provided by CAPITALCATERING

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

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, minced
2 cups ketchup
½ cup cider vinegar
¼ cup water
¼ cup apple juice
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons dry mustard powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion, and cook until tender. Mix in ketchup, cider vinegar, water, apple juice, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, molasses, honey, mustard powder, chili powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

SWEET 'N' SPICY BBQ SAUCE



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I owned a pizza shop for 10 years and developed this popular sweet and spicy sauce to serve with a stromboli steak sandwich. Everyone loved it. This spicy BBQ sauce recipe is also delicious on chicken and pork chops. -Dorothy Ross, Jackson, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield about 2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups packed brown sugar
2 cups ketchup
1 cup water
1 cup cider vinegar
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup corn syrup
1 cup molasses
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon garlic pepper blend
1 tablespoon Liquid Smoke, optional
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon celery salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until the flavors are blended. Remove from the heat; cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SWEET AND STICKY BBQ SAUCE (KANSAS CITY STYLE)



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 30m

Yield about 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups ketchup
1/2 cup molasses
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke

Steps:

  • Whisk together the ketchup, molasses, vinegar, Worcestershire, sugar, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, mustard powder, salt, pepper and liquid smoke in a medium pot. Bring to a simmer over low heat and cook to allow the flavors to concentrate, 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool to room temperature before using.

BAKED CHICKEN IN A SWEET BBQ SAUCE



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What I had to do to squeeze this recipe from my neighbor...but it's worth it. This is a scrumptious version of sticky chicken.

Provided by Allyson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup prepared barbecue sauce
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup red wine
¼ cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon dry mustard powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Whisk together the barbecue sauce, soy sauce, red wine, maple syrup, chili powder, dry mustard powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin in a bowl until thoroughly combined.
  • Place the chicken breasts into a 9x13-inch baking dish, and pour the sauce over the chicken. Turn the chicken pieces over in the sauce to coat both sides.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear, about 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a breast should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Remove the chicken from the baking dish, and keep warm.
  • Pour the remaining sauce into a saucepan, place over medium heat, and bring to a boil. Whisk the cornstarch and water together in a small bowl until smooth. Whisk the cornstarch mixture into the sauce; reduce heat to a simmer, and allow the sauce to thicken, whisking constantly. Return the chicken to the dish, and pour the thickened sauce over the chicken to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 1327.5 mg, Sugar 21.1 g

SWEET AND SPICY BBQ SAUCE (TEXAS STYLE)



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 55m

Yield about 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 slices bacon, chopped
1/2 cup finely diced onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
1 cup beef stock
1/2 cup loosely packed brown sugar
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, cook the bacon over medium-low heat until crispy, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to a plate lined with a paper towel to drain, then eat the bacon as a snack.
  • Add the onions to the pot with the bacon grease and cook over medium-low heat until the onions start to caramelize, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook another 2 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring occasionally, another 3 minutes. Whisk in the stock, sugar, vinegar, cumin, cayenne, salt and pepper and bring to a simmer. Cook until thickened, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Let cool to room temperature before using. This sauce is great on brisket or beef ribs.

SWEET N SASSY BBQ SAUCE



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Spicy homemade bbq sauce thick and rich with a sweet twist! Use for dipping, or for a marinade. Adjust spices to turn it down or to kick up the heat! - recipe is my own and was made by trial and error in my kitchen :)

Provided by TexNess

Categories     Sauces

Time 7m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups ketchup
1/4 cup mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons pancake syrup (or molases)
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 -2 tablespoon honey (depending on how sweet you want it. I use 2)
1 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • mix all ingreadients together in a bowl and wisk together until smooth. Heat over medium low for about 2-3 minutes while stirring. (just makes ingreadients blend better) Take a taste of the barbecue sauce, add whats needed to fit your style! ENJOY! :).

SWEET & SOUR BBQ SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 12m

Yield Makes about 1 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1/2 cup dry sherry
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1 1/2 teaspoons Vietnamese chili-garlic sauce
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a small saucepan over high heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook over high heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the sherry, hoisin sauce, ketchup, chile-garlic sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool.

EASY GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS IN SWEET BBQ SAUCE



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An easy & simple recipe to tantalise the palate! My mum taught me this one. It's very similar to the one's we've hear before, but it's got some twists. The good thing about this recipe is that it is so versatile: it can be chicken thighs or drumsticks or even pork chops or chicken wings!

Provided by Caterina L.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 27m

Yield 2 chicken thighs, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 chicken thighs
30 ml teriyaki sauce (2 tablespoons)
30 ml soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
45 ml ketchup (3 tablespoons)
1 tablespoon ginger (ground ginger is OK too)
3 tablespoons caster sugar (for a helathier choice use sugar substitute)

Steps:

  • Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 20min.
  • Pre-heat the grill for 2 minutes.
  • Grill the chicken thighs for 12 minutes on each side. Do not turn more than once but make sure you rotate the grill once, so that the chicken browns evenly.

CUMIN SCENTED OVEN-BAKED RIBS WITH SWEET AND TANGY BBQ SAUCE



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Time 3h25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons Spanish paprika
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon chile powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 racks (4 to 5 pounds each) pork spareribs
1 (15-ounce) can tomato puree
1 cup molasses
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
4 cloves garlic, grated

Steps:

  • For the ribs: Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Line a baking sheet with foil, enough to fold over the ribs, approximately twice the size of the baking sheet.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the sugar, paprika, salt, chile powder, cumin, garlic powder and cinnamon. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the rub and set aside.
  • Place the ribs on the prepared baking sheet. Generously sprinkle the ribs on both sides with the spice mixture. Really rub it in! Place the ribs meat-side down and fold the foil tightly around the ribs to make a sealed packet. Bake the ribs until they become pliable but not falling apart, 2 to 2 1/2 hours. You know the ribs are done when the meat pulls away from the bone. Once the ribs are tender, carefully pour off 1/2 cup of the accumulated juices into a bowl and reserve. Keep the ribs wrapped in the foil to keep warm.
  • For the sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the tomato puree, molasses, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, reserved rub and the garlic. Add 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking juices and bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes.
  • Preheat a grill pan over high heat. Just before serving, slather the ribs with the tangy BBQ sauce and char them on the grill pan, basting them with the sauce and turning as they char up. (If you don't have a grill pan, you can slather them with sauce and stick them under the broiler to char.) Serve the ribs with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

SWEET HEAT BBQ SAUCE



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Have you seen the ingredients list on the back of commercially-produced BBQ sauce? High-fructose corn syrup seems to be in each and every one, and many of the other ingredients would need a chemical engineer to figure out. Solution? Make your own!!! We loved this homemade sauce slathered on chicken parts and ribs that we baked in the oven. Generously brush on the sauce for the last few minutes of baking to get it caramelized and serve more at table-side.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Pork

Time 35m

Yield 2/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup ketchup
1 (12 fluid ounce) can Pepsi
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons maple syrup

Steps:

  • Put all sauce ingredients EXCEPT FOR maple syrup in medium saucepan . Bring to a gentle boil over medium-low heat for 25-30 minutes, or until reduced by half. Whisk occasionally. Stir in maple syrup. Can be prepared ahead. Store in refrigerator.

CAROLINA PORK TENDERLOIN WITH PEACH BBQ SAUCE AND SWEET POTATO HASH BROWNS



Carolina Pork Tenderloin with Peach BBQ Sauce and Sweet Potato Hash Browns image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

Nonstick cooking spray
1 tablespoon hickory barbecue seasoning blend
2 pounds pork tenderloin, cleaned
2 cups prepared virgin Bloody Mary mix
1 1/2 cups peach nectar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
2 teaspoons hot sauce
Freshly cracked black pepper
2 1/2 cups chopped frozen peaches
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and shredded
1 to 2 cups bagged frozen onions and red bell pepper mixture, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh celery leaves
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 fresh peaches, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a large ovenproof skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle the barbecue seasoning blend over the pork tenderloin. Quickly sear the meat on all sides over medium heat.
  • Meanwhile, while meat is searing, start the hash browns by adding the vegetable oil and butter to another large skillet. Add the shredded sweet potatoes, onion and bell pepper blend, and celery leaves in a single layer. Cook over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes without stirring. Stir in the salt and pepper, to taste, and continue to cook until potatoes are tender, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Once the tenderloin has been seared, remove to a platter and to the same skillet whisk in the Bloody Mary mix, peach nectar, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, hot sauce, cracked black pepper, and chopped peaches; simmer over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes. Remove sauce from heat, place the seared pork in skillet and spoon sauce over top. Place the skillet in oven and cook until pork reaches an internal temperature of 155 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer. Remove meat from oven and allow to sit for a few minutes before slicing. To plate, arrange sweet potato hash browns and the sliced pork on individual dishes and top with some of the sauce. Garnish with fresh peach slices and a sprinkling of parsley.
  • A viewer, who may not be a professional cook, provided this recipe. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe and therefore, we cannot make representation as to the results.

JBIRD'S AUTHENTIC SWEET VINEGAR BBQ SAUCE



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This is pure eastern North Carolina BBQ Sauce at its best. Primarily used for saucing up that perfect pig at the family and friends pig pickin', this recipe can be used for other bbq favorites. With a twist of honey, this sauce is awesome on bbq chicken and pork chops as well. Enjoy!!

Provided by JBIRDHEAD

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

Time 45m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups apple cider vinegar
¼ cup red pepper flakes
¼ cup ground black pepper
½ cup salt
½ cup ketchup
1 cup honey

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, stir together the vinegar, red pepper flakes, pepper and salt. Bring to a boil. Stir in the ketchup and honey; reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 44 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

SWEET BBQ PIT SAUCE



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This BBQ sauce, adapted from Skylight Inn in Ayden, NC, is a little sweet, a little spicy, and plenty smooth, thanks to the addition of melted butter.

Provided by Sam Jones

Time 30m

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 2/3 cups sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
2 3/4 cups ketchup
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 1/4 cups Water
1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, add the dry ingredients: salt, sugar, chili powder, paprika, black pepper, garlic salt, onion powder, and light brown sugar. Mix well to break up any lumps. Add ketchup, melted butter, water, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring sauce to a simmer over low heat. Continue to simmer, stirring the entire time until the sauce has reduced and thickened, about 15 minutes. (Keeping the heat low helps prevent the butter from separating and the sugar from burning.)
  • Sauce is done when it thinly coats a spoon and has reduced by about ⅓. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally so it doesn't stick to the bottom. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator (keeps for months, thanks to the vinegar). Makes about 3 cups.

INDOOR PULLED PORK WITH SWEET AND TANGY BBQ SAUCE



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Categories     Pork     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 16

Pork
1cup plus 2 teaspoons table salt
1/2cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
3tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons liquid smoke
1 boneless pork butt (about 5 pounds), cut in half horizontally (see step by step below)
1/4cup yellow mustard
2tablespoons ground black pepper
2tablespoons smoked paprika (see note)
1teaspoon cayenne pepper
Sweet and Tangy Barbecue Sauce
1 1/2cups ketchup
1/4cup light or mild molasses
2tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1tablespoon hot sauce
1/2teaspoon table salt
1/2teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. FOR THE PORK: Dissolve 1 cup salt, 1/2 cup sugar, and 3 tablespoons liquid smoke in 4 quarts cold water in large container. Submerge pork in brine, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 2 hours. 2. While pork brines, combine mustard and remaining 2 teaspoons liquid smoke in small bowl; set aside. Combine black pepper, paprika, remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, remaining 2 teaspoons salt, and cayenne in second small bowl; set aside. Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and heat oven to 325 degrees. 3. Remove pork from brine and dry thoroughly with paper towels. Rub mustard mixture over entire surface of each piece of pork. Sprinkle entire surface of each piece with spice mixture. Place pork on wire rack set inside foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Place piece of parchment paper over pork, then cover with sheet of aluminum foil, sealing edges to prevent moisture from escaping. Roast pork for 3 hours. 4. Remove pork from oven; remove and discard foil and parchment. Carefully pour off liquid in bottom of baking sheet into fat separator and reserve for sauce. Return pork to oven and cook, uncovered, until well browned, tender, and internal temperature registers 200 degrees on instant-read thermometer, about 1½ hours. Transfer pork to serving dish, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 20 minutes. 5. FOR THE SAUCE: While pork rests, pour 1/2 cup of defatted cooking liquid from fat separator into medium bowl; whisk in sauce ingredients. 6. TO SERVE: Using 2 forks, shred pork into bite-sized pieces. Toss with 1 cup sauce and season with salt and pepper. Serve, passing remaining sauce separately.

SWEET 'N TANGY BBQ SAUCE



Sweet 'N Tangy BBQ Sauce image

Make and share this Sweet 'N Tangy BBQ Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Wendy W88

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup (about)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons apple jelly
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, stir chili sauce and apple jelly over medium heat until jelly dissolves.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients and use on ribs, or whatever you desire!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.5, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1957.4, Carbohydrate 58.2, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 36.7, Protein 3.8

LOU'S BBQ SAUCE (SWEET AND SMOKY)



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This sauce came from the my friend Lou. He makes the best BBQ. His meat recipe is listed as Boston Butt Bar B Que.

Provided by MsSally

Categories     Sauces

Time 35m

Yield 2 pints

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup molasses
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons dark rum
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon liquid smoke
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon clove
4 cups ketchup
salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, except for the ketchup in a large, deep, saucepan. Cook uncovered, until all ingredients are disolved about 5 minutes.
  • Add ketchup and bring to a boil stirring constantly so it doesn't splatter.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Reduce heat slightly and simmer uncovered until dark, thick and richly flavored about 30 minutes, stirring often.
  • Use right away or transfer to jars, cover and cool to room temp and refrigerate. Sauce will keep for several months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 979.7, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 5934.1, Carbohydrate 241, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 211.7, Protein 10.3

SWEET AND EASY BBQ SAUCE



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I have spent two years enjoying Steven Raichlen's BBQ books. The other day I blended two sauce recipes from his BBQ USA and it turned out so well, I made a quadruple batch and jarred it. It is very sweet, so you ncan certainly cut the lemon juice/lime juice down by far. I ran out of lemon juice, hence the lime juice, but think the lime helped adda nice flavor. Enjoy and let me know your thoughts!

Provided by mbwolf

Categories     Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 3 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 slices bacon, Finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 cups ketchup
1/2 cup firmly pakced brown sugar
1 -3 tablespoon lemon juice
1 -3 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke
2 teaspoons dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat medium sauce pan over medium high heat.
  • Add chopped Bacon and cook until fat begins to render down.
  • Add Onions.
  • Cook and stir until Bacon and Onions are golden brown.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool while prepping the remaining ingredients.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in a mixing bowl and whisk until mixed.
  • Add remaining ingredients to sauce pan with Bacon and Onion.
  • Heat gradually at medium to simmer.
  • Simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
  • (You can strain to remove Bacon and Onion chunks for smoother sauce).

SWEET HEAT BBQ SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Tomato     Side     Vegetarian     Backyard BBQ     Simmer

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Tomato paste - 1 small can
Ketchup - 1/3 cup
Liquid smoke - 3 drops
Lemon juice - 2 tbsp
Garlic powder - 1 tsp
Maple syrup - 2 tbsp
Salt and pepper - dashes
Chili sauce - 1/3 cup
Tobasco - 1 tsp
Cranberry and Pomegranate juice - 3/4 cup each
Corn starch - 2 tsp

Steps:

  • In a pan, add the Cranberry and Pom juice with starch. Put on a low boil until reduced and thickened. In a bowl, mix the tomato paste, ketchup, liquid smoke, lemon juice,maple syrup, some S&P, chili sauce, a few dashes of Tobasco. Let the reduction cool and slowly it to the bowl with the rest of the ingredients and mix into a paste. Keep the paste fairly thick by not adding all of the reduction if there's too much (if you're doing ribs, this would make a nice, sweet glaze before BBQ'ing).

HOGLAGER SWEET HEAT BBQ SAUCE



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Make and share this Hoglager Sweet Heat BBQ Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kobe Roux

Categories     Sauces

Time 3h50m

Yield 2 oz, 100 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

112 ounces cider vinegar
112 ounces ketchup
16 ounces Karo syrup
12 ounces molasses
2 lbs light brown sugar
2 cups honey, granuals
1/2 cup coarse black pepper
1/3 cup kosher salt
1/3 cup crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/3 tablespoons nutmeg
1 (12 ounce) bottle lager beer
1 tablespoon baking soda

Steps:

  • combine ingredients and simmer for 3.5 hrs until semi thick and still runny.
  • let cool and then can in pint jars. follow canning directions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.2, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 777, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 25, Protein 0.7

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh fruits and vegetables, flavorful spices, and good quality apple cider vinegar.
  • Cook the onions and garlic slowly: This will help to bring out their sweetness and flavor.
  • Use a variety of spices: Experiment with different spices to find the perfect combination for your taste.
  • Let the sauce simmer for a while: This will help to develop the flavors and thicken the sauce.
  • Taste the sauce as you go: Adjust the seasonings to your liking.
  • Use a food processor or blender: This will help to create a smooth and consistent sauce.
  • Store the sauce in a jar or container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

With these recipes, you can easily make your own delicious sweet BBQ sauce at home. Experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find the perfect sauce for your next backyard barbecue or weeknight meal. Whether you prefer a classic smoky sauce or something with a little more kick, there's a recipe here for everyone. So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy some amazing BBQ!

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