Homemade Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Homemade Barbecue Sauce Recipe

 

A complete guide on how to prepare a homemade barbecue sauce recipe

The Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon tomato sauce

 

• 2 tablespoons ketchup

 

• 2 teaspoons honey

 

• 1 teaspoon sugar

 

• Salt (to taste)

 

• Black pepper (to taste)

 

• A dash of Tabasco

 

• ½ teaspoon paprika (sweet or spicy, depending on preference)

 

• 1 small onion

 

• ½ small bell pepper (any colour)

 

• 1 clove garlic

 

• Olive oil (for frying)

 

Steps:

1. Prepare the Vegetables: Peel and finely chop the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Use a food processor or mincer if preferred for a smoother texture.
2. Cook the Vegetables: Heat a splash of olive oil in a frying pan. Sauté the chopped onion and bell pepper for 5 minutes, then add the garlic and cook for another 8 minutes. Allow the mixture to cool.
3. Combine the Base Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the tomato sauce, ketchup, and honey. Dissolve the salt and sugar in a tiny amount of water, then add it to the mixture.
4. Add Seasonings: Stir in the paprika, black pepper, and Tabasco.
5. Incorporate Vegetables: Once the cooked vegetables have cooled, add them to the bowl and mix well.
6. Blend for Smoothness: Use a blender or food mill to process the mixture into a smooth, fine sauce.
7. Adjust and Rest: Taste the sauce, adjust seasonings if necessary, and let it rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavours to meld.
8. Serve and Enjoy: Pour the barbecue sauce into a serving bowl and enjoy it with your favourite dishes.