Sweet-Sour-Tangy Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Sweet-Sour-Tangy Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups (475 ml) tomato juice; 2 cups (475 ml) water; 4 tbsp (60 ml) cornstarch; 1 cup (225 ml) granulated sugar; 4 tbsp (60 ml) soy sauce; 3/4 cup (175 ml) red sweet pepper finely, diced; 3/4 cup (175 ml) onion finely diced; 1/2 cup (125 ml) red wine vinegar; 2 tsp (10 ml) chili powder; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) ground ginger; 2 tsp (10 ml) Louisiana Hot Sauce; 2 tsp (10 ml) liquid smoke

Servings: persons

2 cups (475 ml) tomato juice
2 cups (475 ml) water
4 tbsp (60 ml) cornstarch
1 cup (225 ml) granulated sugar
4 tbsp (60 ml) soy sauce
3/4 cup (175 ml) red sweet pepper finely, diced
3/4 cup (175 ml) onion finely diced
1/2 cup (125 ml) red wine vinegar
2 tsp (10 ml) chili powder
1/2 tsp (2 ml) ground ginger
2 tsp (10 ml) Louisiana Hot Sauce
2 tsp (10 ml) liquid smoke

1
Place 1/2 cup (125 ml) of the water in a bowl and mix with the cornstarch to make a thin paste.
2
Place remaining water & tomato juice in a large sauce pan.
3
Add the sugar & soy sauce.
4
Bring to a low boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
5
Stir in the cornstarch mixture and simmer until thickened.
6
Add the vegetables, ginger and chili powder.
7
Continue simmering until vegetables are tender (just a few minutes).
8
Add the vinegar, hot sauce & liquid smoke.
9
Stir, simmering another minute, then remove from heat.
10
Sauce can be stored in refrigerator for several weeks.

318

kcal

Calories

Carbs

Protein

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: 2 cups (475 ml) tomato juice, 2 cups (475 ml) water, 4 tbsp (60 ml) cornstarch, 1 cup (225 ml) granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Sweet-Sour-Tangy Barbecue 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet-Sour-Tangy Barbecue Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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