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Chicken Bbq

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This recipe creates a rich, homemade BBQ sauce that balances sweet brown sugar with the savory depth of soy sauce and a kick of vinegar. It&# 226;€™s incredibly versatile, working beautifully as a marinade to tenderize the meat or as a glaze during the final minutes of cooking. The addition of dry mustard, garlic, and ginger adds layers of aromatic complexity that store-bought sauces often lack. Perfect for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or meal-prepping tender chicken pieces. The cornstarch helps thicken the sauce into a glossy coating that clings perfectly to your protein. Simple ingredients come together to create a bold, indulgent flavor profile that the whole family will love.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2
Calories: 72.0
Description
This recipe creates a rich, homemade BBQ sauce that balances sweet brown sugar with the savory depth of soy sauce and a kick of vinegar. It&# 226;€™s incredibly versatile, working beautifully as a marinade to tenderize the meat or as a glaze during the final minutes of cooking. The addition of dry mustard, garlic, and ginger adds layers of aromatic complexity that store-bought sauces often lack. Perfect for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or meal-prepping tender chicken pieces. The cornstarch helps thicken the sauce into a glossy coating that clings perfectly to your protein. Simple ingredients come together to create a bold, indulgent flavor profile that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Soy sauce
  • 1 cup Water
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ginger, powdered
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Hot pepper sauce (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Corn starch
Directions
  1. 1
    In a medium saucepan, combine the soy sauce, water, vinegar, brown sugar, dry mustard, powdered ginger, garlic powder, and hot pepper sauce (if using).
  2. 2
    Whisk the mixture thoroughly until the brown sugar and spices are completely dissolved.
  3. 3
    In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a smooth slurry.
  4. 4
    Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  5. 5
    Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
  6. 6
    Continue to cook and stir for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens to a glossy, glaze-like consistency.
  7. 7
    Remove from heat and let cool slightly before brushing generously over grilled or baked chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 72.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3407.4mg142%
Total Carbohydrate 12.4g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 8.2g
Protein 5.3g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: bbq, sauce, chicken, grilling, marinade, glaze, soy, sweet, tangy, homemade, barbecue, american, dinner, weeknight, easy, sticky, garlic, ginger, mustard, cornstarch
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