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Spicy BBQ Sauce

Spice up your meals with this homemade Hot BBQ Sauce! Bursting with bold, smoky flavors and just the right amount of heat, it's a must-try for any BBQ lover.
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Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Hot BBQ Sauce, Spicy BBQ Sauce
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 97kcal
Author: Karen

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 3 Tablespoons hot sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons Worcestshire
  • 1 Tablespoon paprika
  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic power
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¾ teaspoon cayenne powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  • Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized saucepan, add the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.
  • Stir and Heat: Stir all the ingredients together until they are well combined. Place the saucepan over medium heat.
  • Simmer: Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Allow the sauce to simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
  • Add Butter: Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter. Stir until the butter is fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
  • Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings if necessary. You can add more cayenne pepper for extra heat.
  • Cool and Serve: Let the BBQ sauce cool slightly before using. It can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Tips:

  • If you want a smoother sauce, you can blend it with an immersion blender.
  • This sauce is perfect for glazing meats on the grill, as a dipping sauce, or as a condiment for burgers and sandwiches.
  • Hot sauce can be substituted with Sriracha, Tabasco or Louisiana sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 2Tb | Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 379mg | Potassium: 98mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 389IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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