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Pork Sauce

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This hearty pork sauce is a staple for backyard barbecues and family gatherings. Built on a foundation of rich bacon grease or oil, butter, and tangy vinegar, it delivers a complex flavor profile that balances savory depth with a gentle kick of heat from cayenne and black pepper. The sweetness of ketchup and Worcestershire sauce rounds out the acidity, creating a glossy, thick glaze that clings beautifully to meat. It is ideal for basting spareribs, glazing pork shoulders, or serving as a dipping sauce for fried appetizers. With its comforting, homestyle aroma and versatile taste, this sauce adds a layer of sophistication to simple grilled meats. It is easy to prepare in one pot, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen as it simmers low and slow.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 984.2
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This hearty pork sauce is a staple for backyard barbecues and family gatherings. Built on a foundation of rich bacon grease or oil, butter, and tangy vinegar, it delivers a complex flavor profile that balances savory depth with a gentle kick of heat from cayenne and black pepper. The sweetness of ketchup and Worcestershire sauce rounds out the acidity, creating a glossy, thick glaze that clings beautifully to meat. It is ideal for basting spareribs, glazing pork shoulders, or serving as a dipping sauce for fried appetizers. With its comforting, homestyle aroma and versatile taste, this sauce adds a layer of sophistication to simple grilled meats. It is easy to prepare in one pot, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen as it simmers low and slow.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cups Vinegar
  • 1/2 lbs Bacon grease or 1 cup Wesson oil
  • 1/2 lbs Butter
  • 1 tablespoons Black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoons Cayenne
  • 3 whole Onion -- chopped
  • 1 whole Worcestershire sauce 10 oz
  • oz bot. ketchup
  • 1 tablespoons Salt
  • 1 tablespoons Celery salt
  • 1 teaspoons Garlic salt
Directions
  1. 1
    Melt the bacon grease or oil and butter together in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. 2
    Add the chopped onions to the melted fat and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. 3
    Stir in the vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, black pepper, cayenne, salt, celery salt, and garlic salt.
  4. 4
    Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
  5. 5
    Cover and let the sauce simmer gently for at least 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the flavors have melded and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. 6
    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then use immediately to baste or serve with pork.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 984.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 103.0g159%
Saturated Fat 47.7g239%
Cholesterol 122.0mg41%
Sodium 16793.1mg700%
Total Carbohydrate 12.6g5%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
Sugars 4.4g
Protein 2.7g6%

* 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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