BBQ Sauce – Standard

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 1

Quick and Easy BBQ Sauce recipe for outdoor barbecues

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

105

Sugar

Fat

0.6g

Barbecue sauce is a staple of outdoor grilling and can add a rich and savory flavor to grilled meats, poultry, and vegetables. This quick and easy BBQ sauce recipe uses soy sauce as a base and is enhanced with the tangy flavor of vinegar, the sweetness of brown sugar, the smokiness of garlic, and the subtle green flavor of dried chives. This BBQ sauce recipe is versatile and can be used as a marinade, dipping sauce or basting sauce during outdoor barbecues with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, mix together the soy sauce, vinegar, ketchup, and brown sugar.
2.	Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
3.	Stir in the garlic, salt, pepper, and dried chives.
4.	Let the sauce cook for another 5 to 7 minutes, until it thickens and becomes glossy.

PROS

This BBQ sauce recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for outdoor barbecues and grilling.

The sauce has a sweet and tangy flavor that enhances the taste of grilled meats and vegetables.

CONS

This sauce is high in sodium due to the soy sauce content.
One should use it in moderation if wants to maintain a low sodium diet.

This recipe contains a significant amount of sugar and calories, so it should be used in moderation as part of a healthy diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this BBQ sauce recipe is not particularly healthy on its own because of its high sugar and sodium content,
it can be customized to be more nutritious by adding extra flavorings like minced fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or thyme. These herbs are high in micronutrients like vitamins A and C, as well as iron and calcium.

	1/2 cup soy sauce
	1 tablespoon dried chives
	2/3 cup vinegar
	4 tablespoons ketchup
	4 tablespoons brown sugar
	4 garlic cloves , minced
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/2 teaspoon pepper