5-Minute Gluten-Free BBQ Sauce Recipe
Whip up this quick, gluten-free BBQ sauce with ketchup, molasses, and brown sugar for a delicious homemade condiment in-demand, out-of-the-house, or on-the-grill delight.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- ¼ cup molasses
- 6 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons gluten-free Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a small saucepot over low heat, combine all ingredients and whisk until smooth.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Let the sauce simmer for exactly 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Remove the saucepot from the heat.
- Allow the BBQ sauce to cool completely before proceeding.
- Transfer the cooled sauce to an airtight jar and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Adjust sweetness by adding a little more brown sugar or a touch of honey.
- For a smoother sauce, blend it with an immersion blender after cooling.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Adjust sweetness by adding a little more brown sugar or a touch of honey.
- For a smoother sauce, blend it with an immersion blender after cooling.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.