Pappy BBQ Sauce
Pappy BBQ Sauce is a rich, tangy, and flavorful homemade sauce crafted from a blend of spices, tomato paste, vinegar, and brown sugar. Developed through years of experience, it brings bold Southern Style taste to meats, vegetables, and more. Easy to make and store, this sauce adds a deep, satisfying flavour to any dish, making it a kitchen favourite.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk or spoon for stirring
- Airtight container or jar (for storage)
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar or white sugar for a lighter flavor
- 1 cup white distilled vinegar
- 1 cup tomato juice
- 4 teaspoons onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ cup tomato paste
- ¼ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup neutral oil
- 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Combine Everything
- Grab a medium-sized pot and toss in all your ingredients: sugar, vinegar, tomato juice (or water if that’s what you’re using), onion powder, dry mustard, turmeric, black pepper, cayenne, garlic powder, sea salt, tomato paste, ketchup, oil, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce.
Mix It Up
- Whisk everything together until it looks smooth and well blended. You want all the spices and liquids to come together into a consistent sauce.
Let It Simmer
- Put the pot on the stove over medium heat. Once it starts bubbling gently, turn the heat down low. Let it simmer uncovered for about 15 to 20 minutes. Stir every now and then so it doesn’t stick or burn, and to help the flavours develop.
Taste And Tweak
- Give it a taste. If you want more kick, add a bit more cayenne. Need more tang? A splash of vinegar will do it. Adjust it to your liking.
Cool And Store
- Once it’s done cooking, take it off the heat and let it cool down. Pour the sauce into a clean jar or container with a lid. Pop it in the fridge.