BBQ Sauce is not something that I make often. Stubbs original BBQ sauce is just so perfect that I don’t even aspire to try to improve upon it. The problem with Stubbs is that I never use a whole bottle. It does last for a very long time in the fridge, but even that give me pause. What’s in it that gives it that staying power? If I’m making ribs or barbecued chicken for a crowd, where I continue basting throughout the cooking process, and then serve some sauce on the side, I’ll opt for Stubbs, because I’m reasonably confident that I’ll use the whole bottle. Otherwise, I just mix up a small batch of this BBQ Sauce. It’s more than just good enough!
BBQ Sauce
Ingredients
- 1½ cups ketchup
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 T Worcestershire sauce
- 1 T tomato paste
- 1 T instant coffee
- 1 T paprika
- 1 t Liquid Smoke
- 1 t chili Powder
- 1 t garlic powder
- ⅛ t cayenne powder
- 1 T cornstarch
- 1 T water
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients – Add all of the ingredients (except the cornstarch and water) to a medium saucepan, and stir to combine.
- Simmer – Bring the mixture to a simmer. Whisk the cornstarch and water together, and pour into the sauce. Continue cooking until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Cool – Cool slightly before using.
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