Longhorn BBQ Sauce Recipe

Eliana

People enjoy Longhorn BBQ Sauce Recipe for its bold balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors that enhance many dishes. The rich texture coats meats beautifully and adds depth to grilled foods. A hint of bourbon gives a unique taste that stands out from regular sauces.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings: 2 cups

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: American (Southern BBQ)

Calories: 70

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

240 g ketchup
120 ml apple cider vinegar
70 g packed brown sugar
30 g molasses & 30 g honey
15 ml Worcestershire sauce
8 g smoked paprika
3 g garlic powder & 3 g onion powder
2 g ground black pepper & 2 g chili powder adjust to taste
3 g salt
5 g mustard yellow or Dijon
14 g butter
1 ml liquid smoke
1 ml hot sauce such as Tabasco
30 ml bourbon

Equipment

Medium saucepan
Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
Measuring cups and spoons
Stove or cooktop
Storage jar or bottle

Method

Mix The Base

Grab a medium saucepan and set it over medium heat. Add the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, molasses, honey, and butter. Keep stirring until everything melts together into a smooth mixture.

Add The Flavor

Now toss in the Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, chili powder, mustard, liquid smoke, and a bit of hot sauce. Stir it all in so the flavors are evenly blended.

Let It Simmer

Bring the sauce up to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat. Let it cook for about 10–15 minutes, giving it a stir now and then, until it thickens slightly.

Add The Bourbon

Pour in the bourbon and let it simmer for another 2–3 minutes. This cooks off the alcohol but keeps that rich flavor. Take it off the heat and let it cool before storing.

Notes

Nutrition Facts Per Serving