Man Cave Kansas City BBQ Sauce
This irresistible Kansas City-style barbecue sauce enhances its signature sweetness with the addition of liquid smoke, offering a rich, smoky flavor profile that pairs perfectly with ribs, pulled pork, or grilled chicken. With a delightful blend of tomatoes, spices, and molasses, this easy-to-make sauce promises to elevate any cookout and impress your guests!
ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
- Salt to taste
steps
- 1.
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, molasses, and brown sugar over medium heat.
- 2.
Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), and liquid smoke.
- 3.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 4.
Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- 5.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding salt as needed to achieve your desired flavor.
- 6.
Let the sauce cool before transferring it to a jar or airtight container.
- 7.
Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
