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5 Minute BBQ Sauce Recipe

This easy 5 Minute BBQ Sauce is smoky, sweet, tangy, and made with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for brushing on grilled meats, using as a dipping sauce, or adding bold flavor to burgers, sandwiches, and roasted vegetables.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 1/2 Cups
Course: sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Airtight jar or container

Method
 

  1. Add the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to a small saucepan.
  2. Whisk everything together until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  4. Stir occasionally while the sauce cooks for about 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened and glossy.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container for storage.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Approximate Per Serving)
  • Calories 45
  • Carbohydrates 11g
  • Sugar 9g
  • Fat 0g
  • Protein 0g
  • Sodium 220mg
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