Lemon Brown Sugar Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Lemon Brown Sugar Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups ketchup; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or more to taste; 2 tablespoons molasses; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke; 2 teaspoons dry mustard (preferably Colmans); 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 cups ketchup
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or more to taste
2 tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke
2 teaspoons dry mustard (preferably Colmans)
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1
Combine the ketchup, brown sugar, lemon zest and juice, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, mustard, onion powder, and pepper in a nonreactive saucepan and whisk to mix.
2
Gradually bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat and let simmer until thick and flavorful, 8 to 10 minutes.
3
Taste for seasoning, adding more lemon juice if necessary.
4
Transfer the sauce to a bowl or clean jars and let cool to room temperature.
5
Refrigerate the sauce, covered, until serving time; let it return to room temperature before using.
6
The sauce can be refrigerated for several weeks.

238

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, 6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or more to taste, and more.

Yes, Lemon Brown Sugar 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.

Lemon Brown Sugar Barbecue Sauce

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