As the summer heat begins to rise and the aroma of grilled meats fills the air, it’s undeniable that barbecue season is upon us. And what’s a barbecue without a delicious, tangy barbecue sauce to slather on everything from chicken to ribs? Barbecue sauce is a staple condiment in American cuisine, with countless variations and styles found throughout the country.
From the smoky, spicy flavors of Texas to the sweet and tangy sauces of the Carolinas, barbecue sauce is a versatile addition to any cookout or backyard gathering. But what exactly is barbecue sauce? At its core, barbecue sauce is a combination of sweet, sour, and savory ingredients that are typically cooked down and blended together to create a thick, flavorful sauce. While the exact recipe can vary by region, common ingredients include tomato paste, vinegar, sugar, spices, and sometimes even fruit or alcohol. With such a wide range of ingredients and flavors, there’s a barbecue sauce out there for every taste preference.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10minutes
Total Time: 15minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Caribbean
Servings: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 cloves garlic finely grated
- 1 tbsp finely grated ginger
- 1 tbsp sugar brown
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp green seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp salt optional
- 1 tsp pepper to taste
- Dash black pepper
Instructions
- In a pot or sauce pan add the bay leaf and ketchup. Then add the grated ginger and garlic. Add the sugar, soy sauce and green seasoning. add the water, salt, pepper and a dash of black pepper.
- Over a medium flame bring to a boil while stirring. Set aside to cool. When cooled you can store it in the refrigerator.
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Barbecue Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 cloves garlic finely grated
- 1 tbsp finely grated ginger
- 1 tbsp sugar brown
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp green seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp salt optional
- 1 tsp pepper to taste
- Dash black pepper
Instructions
- In a pot or sauce pan add the bay leaf and ketchup. Then add the grated ginger and garlic. Add the sugar, soy sauce and green seasoning. add the water, salt, pepper and a dash of black pepper.
- Over a medium flame bring to a boil while stirring. Set aside to cool. When cooled you can store it in the refrigerator.
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