Dave's Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Dave's Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups ketchup; 14 lb butter; ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; ½ cup dark brown sugar; 1 lemon, juice of; 1 tablespoon powdered ginger; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce

Servings: persons

1
Combine all ingredients in a large sauce pan.
2
Bring to boiling, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
3
FOR Spare Ribs:.
4
Season ribs then brown ribs on grill ( about 10 minutes per side) then bake on a rack in a covered pan at 350F for 90 minutes.
5
Return Ribs to grill ( wood chips add a nice smoke flavor) to dry them (about 10 minutes on a low gas grill).
6
After the Ribs are dry dip each rib in the sauce shake off excess than place on the grill.
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Let meat stay on the grill about 5 to 10 minutes with the burners off to set the sauce.
8
This recipe covers 1 spare rib rack.
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For Chicken;.
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Grill chicken until done.
11
Dip in sauce, shaking off excess.
12
Place back on covered grill turning off burners for about 5 to 10 minutes to set sauce.
13
This recipe covers 2 whole chickens.

11637

kcal

Calories

1286

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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups ketchup, 14 lb butter, ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Dave's Barbecue Sauce 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!

Dave's Barbecue Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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