Bubba's BBQ Sauce
Bubba’s BBQ Sauce is a tantalizing blend of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors that transforms any grilled dish into a flavor-packed delight.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup preferably homemade or high-quality store-bought
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup molasses or honey
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons mustard yellow or Dijon
- 1 teaspoon paprika sweet or smoked
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper adjust for heat preference
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup bourbon for a smoky twist
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke optional for extra smokiness
- 2 teaspoons tomato paste for extra thickness
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, molasses or honey, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, mustard, and tomato paste.
- Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, cumin, allspice, and cinnamon. Mix well.
- Pour in bourbon and liquid smoke, if using. Whisk everything together until well combined.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer while stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and let it cook for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. If you prefer a thicker consistency, let it simmer a bit longer.
Notes
If you love experimenting with flavors, try adding some fruit puree (like mango or peach) to the sauce for a fruity twist.