Sauce
Description
This homemade American-style sauce is a versatile condiment that brings bold, home-style flavor to your table. Featuring a base of ketchup and tomato juice, it is enriched with Worcestershire sauce for depth, brown sugar for sweetness, and a blend of dry mustard, paprika, and chili powder for warmth. The addition of red pepper flakes provides a pleasant kick of heat, balancing the tang from regular vinegar. Ideal for brushing onto grilled meats, tossing with wings, or serving as a dip, this sauce offers a rich, sticky texture and complex flavor profile. It is simple to make with pantry staples, making it a reliable addition to everyday cooking and weekend barbecues.Ingredients
Directions
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Combine ketchup, tomato juice, water, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, salt, dry mustard, paprika, chili powder, and red pepper flakes in a medium saucepan.
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Whisk the ingredients together thoroughly until the brown sugar and spices are fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
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Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until it thickens slightly to your desired consistency.
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Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving or transferring to a storage container.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 127.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.8g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 6425.5mg268%
- Total Carbohydrate 29.1g10%
- Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
- Sugars 22.9g
- Protein 1.8g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring to an airtight jar or bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Consistency: If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer for a few additional minutes. If it becomes too thick, add a splash of water to reach the desired texture.
Variations: For a smokier flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of liquid smoke. To increase the heat, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
Usage: This sauce is excellent as a glaze for grilled meats, a dipping sauce for chicken wings, or a marinade base.
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