SWEET & SPICY BARBECUE SAUCE

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I've never cared that much for store bought barbecue sauce. I just like to make things myself from scratch including this spicy, deep red-brown sauce. You'll find it clings well when you slather it on grilled meat. -Helena Georgette Mann, Sacramento, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 to 3 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 cup ketchup
1/3 cup molasses
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in the chili powder, cayenne and pepper; cook 1 minute longer. , Stir in the ketchup, molasses, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and pepper sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes or until sauce reaches desired consistency. Cool for 15 minutes. , Strain sauce through a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl, discarding vegetables and seasonings. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 month. Use as a basting sauce for grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 325mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Sumaira Awan
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This sauce is so easy to make and it tastes so good! I will definitely be making it again.


Jean Galvan
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I've tried this sauce on both chicken and pork, and it was delicious both times. It's a great all-purpose barbecue sauce.


Imran Aliabas
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This sauce is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend it to anyone who likes a sweeter barbecue sauce.


yasser bri
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I'm not a big fan of barbecue sauce, but this one is really good. It's not too sweet or too spicy, and it has a nice smoky flavor.


Savana Ferguson
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This sauce is amazing! I used it on chicken wings and they were the best I've ever had.


Mzwakhe Mgaga
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I've made this sauce several times now, and it always turns out great. It's a keeper!


Runa cooking canvas
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This sauce is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still really enjoyed it. I would recommend it to anyone who likes a little bit of heat.


Abdullah Zafar
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I love the smoky flavor of this sauce. It's so rich and complex.


Ashley Duran
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This sauce is perfect for summer grilling. It's so flavorful and adds a nice touch of heat.


Md Niem
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's now my go-to barbecue sauce.


Md Riyaz Islam
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This sauce is so versatile! I've used it as a marinade, a dipping sauce, and even a glaze.


Thahera Brathwaite
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I love that this sauce is made with all-natural ingredients. It's so much healthier than the store-bought stuff.


Elona Teske
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This sauce is a game-changer! I've used it on everything from chicken to ribs to tofu, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Rida Jawad
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I've tried many barbecue sauces before, but this one is by far the best. It has the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and it's so easy to make.


Muodsir Ali
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This was so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I used it on chicken and it was a huge hit with my family.