Hickory And Brown Sugar BBQ Sauce
Hickory and Brown Sugar BBQ Sauce is a rich, smoky, and sweet sauce perfect for grilled or slow cooked dishes. Made from ketchup, brown sugar, hickory liquid smoke, and spices, it offers bold flavor with a smooth finish. This homemade sauce enhances meats, vegetables, and sides with its deep, balanced taste. Easy to make and store, it’s a go to choice for adding delicious BBQ flavor to any meal.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Airtight jar or bottle (for storage)
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- ¼ cup hickory liquid smoke
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon additional black pepper for added kick
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, add the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, hickory liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.
- Whisk in the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper (both measures), and salt until fully combined. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken slightly as it cooks. Remove from heat and let cool. Transfer to a clean jar or bottle.