Guy Fieri Kansas City BBQ Sauce
Guy Fieri Kansas City BBQ Sauce delivers a bold, smoky flavour with a perfect balance of tangy sweetness and spicy heat. Inspired by traditional Kansas City-style barbecue, it blends molasses, tomato, and natural hickory smoke. Ideal for ribs, chicken, or burgers, this sauce captures the authentic, rich essence of American backyard grilling.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk (optional for mixing)
- Airtight jar or bottle (for storage)
Ingredients
- 1 cup tomato puree or ketchup
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup dark molasses
- ½ tablespoon unsalted butter
- ¼ cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon liquid hickory smoke or natural hickory smoke flavor
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup water
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- Optional: Pinch of cayenne pepper for heat
Instructions
Combine Ingredients:
- In a medium saucepan, add tomato puree (or ketchup), water, apple cider vinegar, molasses, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, butter, lemon juice, and yellow mustard.
Add Seasonings:
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, hickory smoke (or liquid smoke), and cayenne pepper if using.
Simmer the Sauce:
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the butter melts and the mixture begins to bubble gently.
Reduce and Thicken:
- Lower the heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste and Adjust:
- Taste the sauce and adjust salt, sweetness, or heat if needed.
Cool and Store:
- Let the sauce cool slightly before transferring it to a jar or bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.