Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (240 ml) ketchup
  • ½ cup (120 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup (60 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) hot sauce (e.g., Frank
  • s RedHot)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g) smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)

Instructions:

  1. Combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar in the saucepan.
  2. Add Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Whisk the mixture until smooth and well combined.
  4. Heat the saucepan over medium heat, stirring regularly.
  5. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool before using.
  7. Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.