MAMA'S BARBECUE SAUCE

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This is a basic and delicious BBQ sauce. It leaves room to adjust the recipe to suit your taste buds. Sweet, savory, and a little tangy, we adored it the way it was written using the bigger measurements for vinegar. If you want it tangier, add more vinegar and pepper for a kick. Homemade barbecue sauce is very easy to make and...

Provided by Karen Carr

Categories     Other Sauces

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tsp dry mustard
1 tsp water
1/4 c olive oil, light or cooking oil of your choice
1 Tbsp minced onions
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
6 Tbsp brown sugar
3 Tbsp lemon juice
2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 - 1/2 c vinegar
1 small can tomato paste, 6 oz
1/4 c molasses
1/2 c tomato ketchup
1 small can tomato sauce, 8 oz (optional)
1/8-1/4 c liquid smoke (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Mix mustard with water and allow to stand 10 minutes.
  • 2. While the mustard is sitting, cook onions in oil until soft and transparent.
  • 3. Next mix spices and mustard mixture.
  • 4. Then mix in molasses and brown sugar.
  • 5. Add lemon juice.
  • 6. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, and liquid smoke.
  • 7. Lastly stir in tomato paste, sauce, and ketchup.
  • 8. Let simmer for 10 minutes. Use immediately or allow to cool and transfer to bottle or jar for storing in the refrigerator.
  • 9. Note: You may adjust the ingredients according to your taste. I have added and omitted ingredients at times according to how I wanted to use the sauce and it always turned out very well!

Dawine
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This sauce is amazing! It's the perfect addition to any barbecue.


Nazar Hilaire
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This is the best barbecue sauce I've ever tasted. It's so smoky and tangy.


carolyne mbuku
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This sauce is a must-have for any barbecue lover. It's so flavorful and it goes with everything.


jumu islam
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I've tried many different barbecue sauce recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing.


Ibrahim Kayima
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This sauce is the perfect addition to any barbecue. It's got the perfect balance of flavors.


Randy Steven
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can use it on chicken, pork, or beef and it always turns out delicious.


Julian Aguilar
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This sauce is a game-changer for my summer barbecues. It's so easy to make and it tastes so good.


Shams Nahar
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I'm not usually a fan of barbecue sauce, but this one is amazing. It's so flavorful and it doesn't overpower the meat.


Alc Tel
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This sauce is incredible! It's got the perfect amount of heat and smokiness.


Danny Memer
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I've been using this recipe for years and it never disappoints. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


alick mutonga
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This sauce is a must-try for any barbecue lover. It's packed with flavor and it's perfect for any type of meat.


Tshepang Mokhutswane
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This is the best barbecue sauce I've ever had. It's so smoky and tangy. I can't get enough of it.


Nandani Udayanga
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This sauce is a keeper! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on chicken, ribs, and even tofu and it's always delicious.


sk lemon islam
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the sauce turns out perfect every time. I've used it on chicken, pork, and beef and it's always a hit.


Susan Otieno
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This sauce is amazing! I've tried so many different recipes and this one is by far the best. It's got the perfect amount of smokiness and heat.


kimone
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Just made this sauce and it's delicious! Perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Can't wait to try it on some ribs.


arjun hamal
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This barbecue sauce is a game-changer! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I used it on chicken and it was finger-licking good. Will definitely be making this again and again.