Hot Pepper Jelly BBQ Sauce
Hot Pepper Jelly BBQ Sauce is a vibrant blend of sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for elevating your grilling experience. This versatile sauce combines the smooth sweetness of jelly with the bold heat of peppers.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup hot pepper jelly homemade or store-bought
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the hot pepper jelly, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir until the mixture is well blended.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper if you like it extra spicy. Stir well to incorporate all the flavors.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook the sauce, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors meld together, about 15-20 minutes. Make sure to keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- Once the sauce has thickened, taste it and add salt and black pepper as needed. Adjust any other seasonings to your preference.
Notes
Using homemade hot pepper jelly adds a personalized, artisanal quality to the sauce.