Cattleman's BBQ Sauce Recipe
Cattleman's BBQ Sauce is a rich, smoky, and tangy blend of flavors perfect for grilling season. Combining ingredients like ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, and spices, this homemade sauce adds depth and sweetness to meats. Ideal for ribs, burgers, or chicken, it’s a barbecue classic!
Equipment
- Medium-sized saucepan
- Wooden spoon or whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Stirring spatula
- Storage container (for storing the sauce)
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 3/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons liquid smoke
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper additional for extra heat
Instructions
Combine the Ingredients:
- In a medium-sized saucepan, add the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, tomato paste, molasses, and corn syrup.
Season the Sauce:
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (adjust to your heat preference), liquid smoke, black pepper, and salt.
Add Water:
- Pour in the water to loosen the sauce. Stir until everything is fully incorporated.
Simmer:
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Allow the sauce to cook for 10–15 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste and Adjust:
- Taste the BBQ sauce and adjust the seasoning by adding more cayenne pepper, salt, or sugar if needed.
Cool and Store:
- Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together, remove it from heat. Let the sauce cool before transferring it to a storage container. Refrigerate it until ready to use.