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Homemade Barbecue Sauce Recipes

Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipes, BBQ sauce in a glass bowl.BBQ sauce is great for dipping and makes a great marinade. Making your own allows you to make it as spicy or sweet as you want. This page contains homemade BBQ sauce recipes.
     

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Rhubarbecue Sauce

I love this sauce. It can be used with Pork, Chicken, Spareribs, Meatloaf, Stews, Hamburgers - anywhere you would use ketchup or barbecue sauce. It will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about one week and will keep in the freezer for up to one month. Once you try it though, I'd be surprised if it lasts that long.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups chopped rhubarb
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp. cider vinegar
  • 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. hot pepper sauce

Directions:

In a large saucepan, bring all ingredients to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, until rhubarb is tender, about 20 minutes. Transfer to blender or food processor; puree until smooth. Let cool.

Rhubarbecued Pork or Chicken

Ingredients:
  • 4 thick (1/2") pork loin center-cut chops (1 1/2 pounds) or 2 pounds skinless chicken pieces
  • 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper
  • Rhubarbecue Sauce
  • vegetable oil

Directions:

Sprinkle pork or chicken with salt and pepper. Barbecue or roast as directed below or until juices run clear when pork or chicken is pierced and just a hint of pink remains inside pork. To Barbecue: Place on greased grill over medium heat; close lid and grill, turning once, for about 10 minutes for pork or 35 minutes for chicken. Mix 1/2 cup Rhubarbecue Sauce with 2 teaspoons oil; brush over pork or chicken during last 1 to 2 minutes of cooking.

To Oven Barbecue: In a large ovenproof skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; brown pork or chicken, in batches if necessary. Drain off any fat. Mix 1 cup Rhubarbecue Sauce with 1/2 cup water; pour over pork or chicken. Bake in 375 degree F oven for 20 minutes for pork or 35 minutes for chicken.

Servings: 4
Time:5 Minutes Preparation Time
10-35 Minutes Cooking Time

Source: Canadian Living Magazine, May 2002

By sooz from Toronto, ON

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Diane Gray's First Place BBQ Sauce

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tsp. celery seeds
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. season salt

Directions:

Mix ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire, celery seeds, chili powder and seasoned salt in mixing bowl with wire whisk. Makes about 1 3/4 cups.

Use as baste when cooking meats.

Source: Newspaper clipping, no date

By Great Granny Vi from Moorpark, CA

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H's Take on Kansas BBQ Sauce

This is a wonderful thick sauce that I use with chicken tenders and it really makes them plump and juicy when baked. We like them better than fried tenders. Don't use this sauce for dipping because it may be too strong to do so.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp. paprika
  • 1 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or garlic powder to taste)
  • 1 tsp. cayenne pepper (if I use it at all, I use 1/4 tsp. instead)

Directions:

Heat olive oil in sauce pan. Add garlic and saute until brown. Add remaining ingredients and reduce heat. Simmer for 15 minutes or until thickened. Make sure to cover this with a lid as it tends to splash a bit.

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15-20 Minutes
Cooking Time: 15 Minutes

By Henrietta B. from Oconee, SC

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Barbecue Sauce

Made with items right from your cupboard.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/2 onion, sauteed
  • cayenne pepper to taste
  • salt and pepper
  • garlic powder to taste

Directions:

Mix all together after you have sauteed the onion, simmer to blend flavors. Cool and refrigerate.

By latrtatr from Loup City, NE

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Homemade Barbecue Sauce

Homemade is better and less expensive than store bought ;-)

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp. prepared mustard
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in medium saucepan and simmer over a low heat, uncovered for 20 minutes. Allow to cool. Will remain fresh stored in the refrigerator for several days.

By Deeli from Richland, WA

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Missouri Barbecue Sauce

This is a delightful blend of flavors! If you're using it to cook in the oven or slower cooker instead of grilling, just add a drop or two of liquid smoke for a grill flavor.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups ketchup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/3 cup cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp. onion powder
  • 1 Tbsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cayenne pepper

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan over a low heat. Simmer the sauce, stirring occasionally, until sauce has slightly thickened, about 15 to 20 minutes. Cool before storing in an airtight container and refrigerate for a day to let the flavors blend.

By Deeli

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BBQ Sauce

This has just enough bite to be great without being overpowering. We have used this recipe for about 20 years.

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup liquid smoke
  • 2-3 cups catsup (very forgiving)
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. onion powder
  • 2 tsp. chili powder
  • 2 Tbsp. molasses
  • 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

Directions:

Simmer all ingredients in a large pot for 30 minutes, covered, stirring a few times. Makes about 1 3/4 quarts.

Source: My cousin, although her version was quite a bit more spicy. If you like it spicy, go for more chili powder and Worcestershire sauce.

By Ms. Carmen

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Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients

  • 2 cups tomato juice
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 Tbsp. chili powder
Add 1/8 tsp. of each of the following: celery salt, salt, pepper, onion salt and garlic salt.

Directions

Cook your meat. Boil sauce 5 minutes before using on meat.

By Robin from Washington, IA

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Apricot Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/2 cup apricot nectar
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. grated onion
  • 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. oregano
  • dash hot pepper sauce

Directions

Combine all ingredients and bring to a boil. Makes 1 3/4 cups.

By Robin from Washington, IA

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Weight Watcher Barbecue Sauce

Not sure if this is really an authentic Weight Watcher recipe, but it sure does taste good!

Ingredients:

  • 1 can diet cola
  • 1/3 cup tomato paste
  • 1 Tbsp. dried onion, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp. lemon juice
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 garlic clove, minced

Directions:

In medium saucepan, add cola to tomato paste. Add remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Marinate meat 30 minutes before cooking.

By Robin from Washington, IA

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Simple Tasty Barbecue Sauce

The flavor of this sauce is just so good and it's simple to throw together. I mainly use it on chicken but it could be used on pork too.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of your favorite bottled barbecue sauce (I use Sweet Baby Ray's)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 stick butter (not margarine)

Directions:

Mix together all ingredients in a small saucepan and heat on low stirring occasionally till butter and honey mix together with barbecue sauce.

Grill your meat to within the last ten minutes before spreading on the sauce. Watch the meat carefully and turn often as this can easily burn because of the honey and butter.

Source: My own.

By Laurie from Marshfield, WI.

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Golden Ember Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup mustard
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups ketchup
  • 1/2 cup ReaLemon
  • 2 Tbsp. paprika
  • 2 tsp. black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. Tabasco sauce

Directions

Mix together and heat to boiling. Use hot on chicken!

By Robin from Washington, IA

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Western Barbecue Sauce

Excellent sauce!

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. onion flakes
  • 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic salt
  • 2 tsp. dry mustard
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce or ketchup

Directions:

Combine all ingredients and simmer 20 minutes. Makes 1 3/4 cups sauce. Serve on chicken, hot dogs, hamburger, spareribs, etc.

Servings: varies
Prep Time: 10-15 Minutes
Cooking Time: 20 Minutes

By Robin from Washington, IA

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Speedy Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar or cider vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. molasses
  • 1 tsp. celery seed
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder

Directions

Combine all of the ingredients in a screw-top jar. Seal, shake well until mixed. Store in the refrigerator

Source: This is just an old recipe I have had for a long time

By Liz from Bisbee, AZ

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Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup salad oil
  • 1 can tomato sauce (8oz.)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 Tbsp. salt
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Tbsp. mustard
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper

Directions:

Saute onion in hot oil until tender. Add remaining ingredients; simmer 15 minutes.

By Robin from Washington, IA

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Canning Homemade Barbecue Sauce

How do I can homemade BBQ sauce?

By Mary from Doylestown, PA

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By mrsh2os 09/06/2010

Thanks for all the info. I haven't done any canning in a very long time, and was just not sure on how long to process the jars. You were all helpful. Thanks again.

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Homemade Barbecue Sauce

My husband and I make an easy barbecue sauce (a thin brush-on type, not the thick kind) that is great for summer cookouts. It works good on chicken and pork (esp. ribs!), and you can even use it on steaks. Use the cheapest brands for all the ingredients. Believe me, it tastes better than the store-bought BBQ sauces! Here's how to make it:

In a stainless steel pot, combine:

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup mustard
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 cups apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • a liberal dash of hot pepper sauce
  • 2 cups water

Mix and cook all the ingredients about an hr. over low heat. BBQ sauce will be thin, not thick, and can be brushed over grilling meats. Store in refrigerator in a container. Should last at least a month.

OR you can parboil ribs, chicken, etc. IN the sauce, then use the remainder to brush on the cooking meat. However, if you par-cook any meat in the sauce, use it all up immediately on whatever you are cooking . . . once it is "contaminated" by the meat, do not save it.

Enjoy!

Ness - Lakeview, NY


RE: Homemade Barbecue Sauce

Sounds good I think I will try it let you know soon. (08/06/2004)

By jlbbryant

An Easy BBQ sauce Just for You

Ketchup and cola mixed together. More or less cola as needed. Yes it really tastes just like BBQ sauce. By Ardis Ilene Barnes (05/19/2005)

By ThriftyFun

RE: Homemade Barbecue Sauce

Yes! I have used coke and ketchup for years and it does work in a pinch! I also add brown sugar, onions, and seasoning like onion powder, etc., whatever you perfer. Honey can also be added if you really like it sweet! (07/03/2005)

By Kathy

RE: Homemade Barbecue Sauce

With the amount of vinegar in the recipe, it should keep almost indefinitely. I make my own sauce and i keep it from fall into spring when I grill again. I've never had a problem with it. My recipe only has 6 ingredients, but it keeps very well. (05/23/2007)

By duckie43

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