Tangy-Sweet Apple Cider BBQ Sauce

Overview

This BBQ sauce recipe is perfect for enhancing the flavors of chopped pork roast sandwiches. It’s quick to prepare and adds a delicious tangy-sweet kick to your dishes. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up a batch of this sauce in no time.

• Name: BBQ Sauce
• Category: Sauces
• Keywords: Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 30 Mins, Stove Top
• Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 5 Quarts (approximately)

Ingredients

• 3 cups apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup ketchup
• 22 cups light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup garlic powder
• 1/4 cup salt
• 1/2 cup crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 cup ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup ground cloves
• 2 cups Tabasco sauce

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients in the specified quantities.

2. Cooking Process:

   • In a large 6-quart stainless steel pot, combine apple cider vinegar, ketchup, light brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, crushed red pepper flakes, black pepper, ground cloves, and Tabasco sauce.

   • Bring to Boil: Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to ensure all ingredients are well combined.

   • Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes. This helps meld the flavors together and reduces the sauce slightly for a thicker consistency.

   • Stand and Cool: After simmering, turn off the heat and let the sauce stand in the pot for 30 minutes. This allows it to cool slightly and for the flavors to further develop.

3. Packaging:

   • Jarring: Once cooled, carefully pour the sauce into 5 sanitized 1-quart jars. Ensure the jars are clean and dry before filling them.

   • Storage: Seal the jars with lids and refrigerate. The BBQ sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, allowing you to use it for various meats, especially pork.

Serving Suggestions

• This BBQ sauce pairs wonderfully with chopped pork roast sandwiches. Simply cook your pork roast until tender, chop it up, and mix it with this sauce for a delicious meal.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 792.2
• Total Fat: 0.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.2g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 7549.2mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 177.2g
  • Fiber: 2.7g
  • Sugar: 161.5g
• Protein: 4.8g

Tips and Notes

• Ensure to use a large enough pot to accommodate all the ingredients comfortably without spillage during the boiling process.
• Adjust the spiciness level by increasing or decreasing the amount of Tabasco sauce or crushed red pepper flakes according to your preference.
• This sauce is versatile and can be used not only for pork but also for chicken, beef, or even as a marinade or dipping sauce.

This BBQ sauce recipe provides a balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors that will elevate your dishes, making them a hit at any gathering or family meal. Enjoy experimenting with different meats and dishes to discover new ways to use this delicious sauce! 🍖