Kansas City Style Sweet and Tangy BBQ Sauce Recipe
Kansas City Style Sweet and Tangy BBQ Sauce
Submitted By: Taz
Ingredients:
1 (8oz) Can Tomato Sauce
1 Cup Dark Brown Sugar
¼ Cup Tomato Paste
¼ Cup Molasses
¼ Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
¼ Cup Pineapple Juice
2 Tbs Worcestershire Sauce
1 Tbs Mustard Powder
1 Tbs Paprika
2 tsp Coarse Sea Salt (can substitute kosher salt if desired)
1 tsp Garlic Powder
½ tsp Onion Powder
½ tsp Fresh Ground Black Pepper
½ - 1 tsp Liquid Smoke - amount to taste (OPTIONAL)
⅛ tsp Cayenne Pepper - or to taste
Preparation:
- Place all of the ingredients into a medium, non-reactive saucepan and whisk until smooth
- Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil (make sure to stir occasionally)
- As soon as a boil is reached, reduce to a gentle simmer, and allow to cook (stirring frequently) for 10-25 minutes until thickened to your liking - Add a bit of water to thin consistency if necessary
- Use immediately or allow to completely cool and transfer to airtight container(s) which can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 60 days or frozen for up to 6 months
