West Tennessee Thick And Sticky Bbq Sauce Recipe

Name: West Tennessee Thick And Sticky Bbq Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, smashed and minced; 4 cups ketchup; 1/2 cup water; 2 cups distilled white vinegar; 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar; 1 tablespoon colman's dry mustard; 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 teaspoons sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/2 lemon, cut in half

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, smashed and minced
4 cups ketchup
1/2 cup water
2 cups distilled white vinegar
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon colman's dry mustard
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons sea salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 lemon, cut in half

1
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add the onion and cook and stir for about 5 minutes, until soft and golden.
3
Add the garlic and cook and stir for 1 minute more.
4
Pour in the ketchup; then rinse the bottle with water to capture the remaining ketchup and add it to the pan, stirring to mix.
5
Add the vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper; stir to mix.
6
Squeeze the lemon juice into the sauce, add the squeezed halves, and stir.
7
Bring the sauce to a low boil, decrease the heat to a simmer, and cook for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and reduces slightly.
8
Remove from the heat, let cool slightly, and remove and discard the lemon halves.
9
Refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to use, or for up to 3 weeks.

512

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 onion, diced, 2 garlic cloves, smashed and minced, 4 cups ketchup, and more.

Yes, West Tennessee Thick And Sticky Bbq 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

West Tennessee Thick And Sticky Bbq Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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