Tangy BBQ Sauce Recipe

Name: Tangy BBQ Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup olive oil; 1 large yellow onion, chopped; ½ cup dry red wine; ⅓ cup cider vinegar; ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice; ¼ cup firmly packed light brown sugar or ¼ cup dark brown sugar; 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 -2 teaspoon chili powder (or to your taste); 2 cups ketchup

Servings: persons

⅓ cup olive oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
½ cup dry red wine
⅓ cup cider vinegar
⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
¼ cup firmly packed light brown sugar or ¼ cup dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon paprika
1 -2 teaspoon chili powder (or to your taste)
2 cups ketchup

1
In a skillet, heat the oil over medium heat; cook the onion, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes or until softened.
2
Add in the wine and vinegar; bring to a boil, scraping up the browned bits sticking to the pan.
3
Transfer mixture to a slow cooker; stir in the remaining ingredients.
4
Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours.
5
If the sauce is not thick enough for you, remove the lid, turn the cooker to HIGH, and cook up to 30 minutes until it reaches the desired consistency.
6
Puree with a handheld immersion blender or transfer to a food processor and process until smooth.
7
Let cool, then transfer to a jar, and stor, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.

391

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cup olive oil, 1 large yellow onion, chopped, ½ cup dry red wine, ⅓ cup cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Tangy BBQ 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!

Tangy BBQ Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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