Honey Mustard BBQ Sauce

Samia

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.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 2 cups

Course: Sauce / Condiment

Cuisine: American

Calories: 90

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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

Equipment

Small saucepan
Whisk
Measuring cups and spoons
Spoon or rubber spatula
Cutting board and knife (for shallots)
Airtight jar or container (for storage)

Method

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.

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