Memphis BBQ Sauce Recipe
This Memphis BBQ Sauce Recipe is all about a tangy, smoky flavor with a touch of rich sweetness. The main specialty is its balanced tomato base, which gives the sauce a bold taste without being too heavy.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan and whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Glass storage jar
Ingredients
- 1 cup 240 g ketchup
- ½ cup 120 g apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup 60 g yellow mustard
- ¼ cup 55 g packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons 30 g Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon 20 g molasses
- 1 teaspoon 3 g garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon 2.5 g onion powder
- 1 teaspoon 2.3 g smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon 1.2 g freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon 0.5 g cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon 1.5 g kosher salt
Instructions
Step 1
- Add the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and molasses to a medium saucepan. Whisk until the brown sugar starts to dissolve and the mixture looks smooth.
Step 2
- Add the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and kosher salt. Whisk well until the seasonings are evenly mixed into the sauce.
Step 3
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should become slightly thicker as it cooks.
Step 4
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool for a few minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Transfer the sauce to a clean glass jar and refrigerate it for later use.