Sweet and spicy barbecue sauce is a tantalizing combination of flavors that adds depth and excitement to grilled meats and other dishes. This versatile sauce features a base of tangy ketchup infused with a balance of sweetness from molasses and a kick of heat from chili powder and hot sauce. The sweet and spicy elements work in harmony to create a complex and satisfying flavor profile that is both bold and balanced. Whether brushed onto ribs, chicken, or burgers during grilling, or used as a dipping sauce for fries or chicken tenders, sweet and spicy barbecue sauce is sure to elevate any dish with its irresistible combination of flavors.
A ‘Lil Sweet & Spicy Barbecue Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp spicy brown mustard
- 1/2 tsp hot pepper sauce
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp coarsely ground pepper
Instructions
- 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.
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