Secretly Simple Barbecue Sauce

By mamacasma

Chicken, ribs—you name it: Everything tastes better slathered with an easy, classic barbecue sauce.

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 Tablespoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• kosher salt and black pepper

Details

Servings 2

Preparation

Step 1

Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
Add the ketchup, vinegar, molasses, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cayenne (if using), ¾ cup water, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 12 to 15 minutes. The sauce will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

To use: Baste poultry, meat, or seafood with the sauce during the last few minutes of grilling. Serve extra sauce on the side for dipping.