Ingredients
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- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp mustard (yellow or Dijon)
- Hot sauce (to taste)
Instructions
- Gather and measure all ingredients.
- In a medium bowl, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and mustard until well-blended.
- Divide the base into three bowls.
- For Sweet & Tangy: Add more brown sugar and honey; whisk until combined.
- For Smoky: Add smoked paprika and additional Worcestershire sauce; mix thoroughly.
- For Spicy: Incorporate hot sauce to taste; combine well.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Balance sweetness and tanginess for a well-rounded sauce.
- Let it simmer on low heat to enhance depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp (30g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg