The Baron’S Sweet & Spicy Barbeque Sauce

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Servings: 3 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich, complex barbecue sauce with a perfect balance of sweet molasses and spicy heat
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The Baron’S Sweet & Spicy Barbeque Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 3 Calories: 57.0

Description

This homemade barbecue sauce delivers a robust, smoky flavor profile that rivals any store-bought brand. By combining rich molasses and clover honey with a blend of warm spices like allspice, cloves, and mace, you get a depth of flavor that builds beautifully. The addition of chile powder and cayenne provides a gentle kick, while tomato paste and ketchup offer a thick, savory base. Simmering allows the flavors to meld into a glossy, cohesive sauce perfect for brushing onto grilled meats, glazing tofu, or using as a dip. Its an essential condiment for any summer cookout or weeknight dinner, offering a customizable sweet-and-spicy experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine the chile powder, black pepper, salt, garlic granules, onion granules, allspice, cayenne, cloves, mace, and crumbled bay leaf.
  2. Add the molasses, clover honey, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and jalapeno pepper juice to the dry spices.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until the dry ingredients have fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
  4. Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, and water until completely blended into the sauce.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low.
  6. Simmer the sauce uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until it thickens slightly.
  7. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature before using or storing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 57.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9.9mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 14.7g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 14.7g
Protein 0.0g0%

* 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: barbecue, sauce, bbq, spicy, sweet, molasses, honey, tomato, vinegar, smoky, glaze, grilling, condiment, homemade, simmered, chile, spices, ketchup, liquid smoke, barbeque
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