Ruby's Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Ruby's Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons soybean oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 4 jalapeno peppers, stemmed and diced (do not remove seeds); 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon dry mustard powder; 1/2 tablespoon black pepper; 1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 3/4 cup cider vinegar; 3 cups ketchup; 1/2 cup molasses; 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce; 1 cup water

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons soybean oil
1 medium onion, diced
4 jalapeno peppers, stemmed and diced (do not remove seeds)
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon dry mustard powder
1/2 tablespoon black pepper
1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup cider vinegar
3 cups ketchup
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 cup water

1
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add onions and jalapenos and cook over medium heat until onions are soft and transparent, about 5 minutes.
3
Add salt, dry mustard, black pepper, cayenne, and garlic salt.
4
Stir to combine and then mix in the brown sugar.
5
Add the cider vinegar, ketchup, molasses, Worcestershire, and water and whisk all together until thoroughly combined.
6
Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20 to 35 minutes, whisking every few minutes to prevent sauce from burning and sticking to bottom.
7
Strain sauce to remove onions and jalapenos before serving.

560

kcal

Calories

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons soybean oil, 1 medium onion, diced, 4 jalapeno peppers, stemmed and diced (do not remove seeds), 1 tablespoon salt, and more.

Yes, Ruby'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.

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Ruby's Barbecue Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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