Barbecue Rib Sauce Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Yield: 12 ounces
Description:
Indulge in the rich flavors of homemade barbecue rib sauce with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for your weeknight dinners or weekend barbecues, this sauce will elevate your ribs to a whole new level of deliciousness. Made with simple ingredients, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients:
- 2 onions
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 1/2 cups white vinegar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 3/4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3-4 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions:
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Saute Onions: Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until they are translucent and fragrant.
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Add Remaining Ingredients: Once the onions are softened, add the tomato paste, white vinegar, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, Tabasco sauce, ground cloves, and ground cinnamon to the saucepan.
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Bring to a Boil: Stir the ingredients well to combine. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
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Simmer: Once the mixture is boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken and develop a rich flavor as it cooks.
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Adjust Consistency: If the sauce becomes too thick during cooking, you can add a splash of water to reach your desired consistency.
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Taste and Adjust: After simmering, taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings according to your preference. You can add more salt, pepper, or Tabasco sauce to suit your taste.
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Cool and Store: Once the sauce is ready, allow it to cool slightly before transferring it to airtight containers for storage. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for longer shelf life.
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Serve: Use this delicious barbecue rib sauce to glaze your favorite ribs, chicken, or other grilled meats. Brush it on during the last few minutes of cooking for a mouthwatering finish.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 92.3
- Fat: 2.4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 434.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 16.6g
- Protein: 0.5g
Notes:
- This barbecue rib sauce is incredibly versatile and can be used as a marinade, dipping sauce, or glaze for a variety of meats.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness or spiciness of the sauce by adding more or less honey and Tabasco sauce, respectively.
- For a smoother consistency, you can blend the sauce using an immersion blender or regular blender after cooking.
- Make a double batch of this sauce and store it in the freezer in portion-sized containers for quick and easy meals whenever you need them.
