Ken's BBQ Sauce
Ken’s BBQ Sauce is a bold, tangy blend made with corn syrup, ketchup, mustard, ginger, chilli powder, Worcestershire, and Tabasco. It simmers into a smooth, flavourful sauce perfect for enhancing grilled meats, sandwiches, and sides. Quick to prepare and easy to store, this homemade barbecue sauce delivers a spicy sweet kick to a variety of dishes.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk or spoon
- Airtight jar or bottle (for storage)
Ingredients
- ½ cup tomato ketchup
- ¼ cup yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- ½ to 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
- 1 teaspoon chilli powder
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the light corn syrup, ketchup, mustard, ground ginger, chilli powder, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco sauce.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously to blend all ingredients thoroughly. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Continue stirring occasionally for about 8–10 minutes, until the sauce slightly thickens and the flavours meld. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool. Transfer to an airtight jar or bottle.