Traditional Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Traditional Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups ketchup; 1/2 cup molasses; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup brown sugar (firmly packed); 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire; 2 tablespoons ground dried ancho chiles (or regular chili powder); 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 cup meat juices or beef broth; salt

Servings: persons

2 cups ketchup
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar (firmly packed)
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire
2 tablespoons ground dried ancho chiles (or regular chili powder)
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 cup meat juices or beef broth
salt

1
In a 2- to 2 1/2-quart pan, combine ketchup, molasses, granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, cider vinegar, Worcestershire, ground dried ancho chiles (or regular chili powder), ground ginger, and the herb spice rub. Simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture is thick and reduced to about 3 cups and flavors are well blended, 20 to 25 minutes.
2
Add meat juices (supplement with beef broth if you have less than 1 cup, or use all beef broth) and salt to taste. Serve warm or cool.
3
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon.

341

kcal

Calories

Carbs

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 2 cups ketchup, 1/2 cup molasses, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar (firmly packed), and more.

Yes, Traditional 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.

Traditional Barbecue Sauce

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