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BBQ Hamburger Sauce Recipe

BBQ Hamburger Sauce Recipe

Samia
This BBQ Hamburger Sauce Recipe combines ketchup, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and spices for a flavorful blend. The sauce is tangy, and slightly sweet, enhancing any grilled burger. Easy to make and store, it brings depth and balance to your meal. Perfect for those wanting a homemade sauce that elevates classic BBQ flavors simply and quickly.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Condiment / Sauce
Cuisine American (BBQ-inspired)
Servings 2 cups
Calories 130 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk or silicone spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Airtight container or jar (for storage)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar light or dark, packed
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust for heat preference
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ cup barbecue sauce your favorite brand or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Instructions
 

Start With The Wet Stuff:

  • Grab a medium bowl. Pour in ketchup, mayo, apple cider vinegar, BBQ sauce, Dijon mustard, and a dash of Worcestershire.

Add The Dry Ingredients:

  • Mix in brown sugar, black pepper, cayenne, and kosher salt.

Whisk It All Together:

  • Stir or whisk until everything’s smooth and blended. You want the sugar to dissolve and the sauce to be nice and even.

Taste Test:

  • Dip in a spoon and see how it tastes. Need more heat? Add cayenne. Want it tangier? A splash more vinegar. A little sweeter? More sugar.

Let It Chill (Optional):

  • If you’ve got time, cover it and stick it in the fridge for half an hour. The flavors will come together even better.

Use It:

  • Spoon it onto burgers, smear it on sandwiches, or serve it up as a dip for fries, onion rings, or anything grilled.
Keyword BBQ Hamburger Sauce Recipe