Bourbon Whiskey BBQ Sauce

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 1
Homemade Bourbon Whiskey BBQ Sauce
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Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 onion , minced
4 cloves garlic , minced
3/4 cup bourbon whiskey
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon salt
2 cups ketchup
1/4 cup tomato paste
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 teaspoon hot pepper sauce , or to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
91
Sugar
11g
Fat
0g
Bourbon Whiskey BBQ Sauce is a popular sauce that adds flavor to grilled or roasted meat. The combination of bourbon whiskey and smoky flavor make it a perfect choice for meat lovers. This homemade version allows you to create a perfect balance of sweetness, smokiness, and tanginess according to your preference. It can be used as a marinade, dipping sauce, or glaze on chicken, ribs, beef, or even vegetables. This recipe is easy to follow and can be made in a short amount of time.

Instructions

1.In a large pan, sauté onions and garlic until soft and fragrant.
2.Add bourbon, black pepper, and salt and cook for a minute until bourbon is reduced.
3.Add ketchup, tomato paste, cider vinegar, liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and hot pepper sauce to the pan and stir well.
4.Cook on low heat and stir occasionally for 20 minutes.
5.Transfer the sauce to a blender and blend until smooth. Strain the sauce through a sieve to remove any chunks.
6.The sauce is ready to be served or stored in a jar in the fridge for up to one week.

PROS

This BBQ sauce has a deep, smoky flavor with a sweet and tangy finish.

It can be used as a marinade or glaze on chicken, ribs, or beef.

The homemade version allows you to control the quality of the ingredients and adjust the spiciness to your liking.

CONS

The sauce contains sugar and alcohol, which make it high in calories.

It may not be suitable for people who avoid or limit their intake of sugar or alcohol.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this BBQ sauce is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Vinegar in the sauce may aid in digestion and help control blood sugar levels.
Tomatoes used in ketchup and tomato paste are a good source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that may help reduce the risk of cancer.

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