Classic Homemade BBQ Sauce for Grilling and Smoking

AmericanSimmeringGrillingSmokingSauce
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This classic homemade BBQ sauce strikes the perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors that complement any grilled or smoked meat. Unlike store-bought versions loaded with preservatives, this sauce uses simple pantry ingredients to create a complex flavor profile that enhances rather than masks your barbecue.

Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
25 min
Serves
2 cups
Difficulty
easy

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Techniques: Simmering, reduction, flavor balancing

Equipment

spoon

Spoon

airtight storage container

Airtight Storage Container

whisk

Whisk

glass

Glass

saucepan

Saucepan

This BBQ sauce comes together quickly on the stovetop, requiring just basic whisking and simmering techniques. The key is gentle heat and patience to allow the flavors to meld and concentrate.

For best results when grilling, apply this sauce during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking to prevent burning the sugars. Always keep a portion separate for serving to avoid cross-contamination.

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