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This vibrant California-style BBQ sauce offers a bright twist on traditional barbecue with its blend of orange juice, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of cayenne. The sauce balances sweet, savory, and smoky notes, making it an ideal companion for grilled meats, pulled pork, or even vegetarian dishes. Its smooth texture and rich flavor profile come from simmering tomato paste, soy sauce, and liquid smoke until thickened. Perfect for summer cookouts, family gatherings, or anytime you want to elevate your grilling game, this versatile sauce is easy to make and incredibly delicious.
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California Bbq Sauce
Description
This vibrant California-style BBQ sauce offers a bright twist on traditional barbecue with its blend of orange juice, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of cayenne. The sauce balances sweet, savory, and smoky notes, making it an ideal companion for grilled meats, pulled pork, or even vegetarian dishes. Its smooth texture and rich flavor profile come from simmering tomato paste, soy sauce, and liquid smoke until thickened. Perfect for summer cookouts, family gatherings, or anytime you want to elevate your grilling game, this versatile sauce is easy to make and incredibly delicious.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
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Add the garlic cloves to the hot oil and cook for one minute, then remove and let cool slightly before peeling and mincing them finely.
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Return the pot to medium heat, add the minced onion, and sauté until it begins to caramelize, about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Stir in the minced garlic, tomato paste, water, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, liquid smoke, cayenne, and black pepper.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover with the lid slightly ajar, and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then let the sauce cool completely before using or storing.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 621.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15.6g24%
- Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1091.0mg46%
- Total Carbohydrate 122.0g41%
- Dietary Fiber 4.6g19%
- Sugars 103.3g
- Protein 5.7g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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