Bourbon BBQ Sauce Recipe

Name: Bourbon BBQ Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 red onions, finely diced; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder; 1 tablespoon dark chili powder; 1 (32 ounce) can plum tomatoes, pureed; ¼ cup ketchup; 1 cup water; ½ cup Dijon mustard; ¼ cup molasses; ¼ cup honey; ¼ cup brown sugar; ¾ cup red wine vinegar; 2 ½ cups Bourbon; 2 tablespoons whole butter; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 red onions, finely diced
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon dark chili powder
1 (32 ounce) can plum tomatoes, pureed
¼ cup ketchup
1 cup water
½ cup Dijon mustard
¼ cup molasses
¼ cup honey
¼ cup brown sugar
¾ cup red wine vinegar
2 ½ cups Bourbon
2 tablespoons whole butter
salt and pepper

1
In a large sauce pot, heat oil to med-high.
2
Add onions and cook, stirring until soft.
3
Add garlic and cook 2 minutes more.
4
Add chili powders and cook 5 minutes mixing well with the onion and garlic.
5
Add tomato, water, ketchup, mustard, molasses, brown sugar, honey and vinegar.
6
Cook on low heat about 20 minutes or until it gets thick.
7
Add bourbon, bring to a simmer and cook about 10 more minutes to burn off alcohol taste.
8
Turn the heat off and stir in butter until incorporated.
9
Adjust flavor with salt and pepper.
10
Serve or cool down for later use.

505

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 red onions, finely diced, 6 garlic cloves, minced, 2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder, and more.

Yes, Bourbon BBQ Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bourbon BBQ Sauce

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