Dad's Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Dad's Barbecue Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. vegetable oil; 1 c. water; 3/4 c. white sugar; 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce; 2/3 c. ketchup; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 2/3 c. mustard; Healthy pinch of cayenne; Healthy pinch of paprika; Healthy pinch of salt; 1 med. onion, minced; 2 tbsp. lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 c. vegetable oil
1 c. water
3/4 c. white sugar
2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
2/3 c. ketchup
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2/3 c. mustard
Healthy pinch of cayenne
Healthy pinch of paprika
Healthy pinch of salt
1 med. onion, minced
2 tbsp. lemon juice

1
Combine all ingredients well and bring to boil.
2
Reduce heat and simmer slowly at least 1 hour, or possibly longer as desired.
3
When sauce is ready, add in chicken pcs, simmer 20 min to precook before cooking on grill.
4
Barbecue as usual, basting with sauce.
5
Delicious spooned over rice.
6
Variation is to place chicken pcs in a glass baking dish.
7
Spoon over chicken.
8
Cover with foil.
9
Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour.

792

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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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. vegetable oil, 1 c. water, 3/4 c. white sugar, 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce, and more.

Yes, Dad's Barbecue Sauce Recipe falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!