Honey Mustard BBQ Sauce
Honey Mustard BBQ Sauce is a flavorful blend of sweet honey, tangy mustard, vinegar, and spices, creating a balanced sauce ideal for grilling, dipping, or spreading. It’s easy to make at home using simple ingredients and delivers a rich, smoky taste. This sauce pairs well with chicken, pork, vegetables, and more, offering a homemade touch that enhances any meal with bold, satisfying flavour.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spoon or rubber spatula
- Cutting board and knife (for shallots)
- Airtight jar or container (for storage)
Ingredients
- ½ cup Dijon mustard
- ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup ketchup
- ½ cup honey
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper optional for heat
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp minced shallots
- 2 tbsp whole grain mustard or stone-ground mustard
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp water
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Saute The Shallots:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, add a bit of oil from the ¼ cup. Saute the minced shallots until they become soft and translucent (about 2–3 minutes).
Combine Ingredients:
- Add the remaining vegetable oil, Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, honey, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and water into the saucepan. Stir to combine well.
Simmer:
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium low heat. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Let it cook for about 6–8 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
Season:
- Taste and season with salt and black pepper as desired.
Cool And Store:
- Let the sauce cool completely. Transfer to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate.
Notes
If your sauce seems too thin, simmer it a bit longer. For a thinner texture, whisk in a tablespoon of water.
Swap apple cider vinegar for white balsamic for milder tang. Stir in a dash of hot sauce if you want extra heat.