Texas BBQ Sauce Recipe: BBQ for the Brave Texas Twang
Hey y’all, it’s Marla “Griddle Queen” Jenkins, your Austin gal with a Texas BBQ Sauce Recipe that’s got BBQ for the Brave Texas Twang. This sauce is bold, spicy, and perfect for dippin’ or slatherin’ on your griddle-cooked faves. As a single mom and history teacher, I’m all about quick hacks that bring big flavor, and this sauce delivers that Austin sizzle. Let’s get saucy!
Ingredients for Your Texas BBQ Sauce Recipe
For this Texas BBQ Sauce Recipe, round up these ingredients:
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon BBQ for the Brave seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
How to Make Texas BBQ Sauce
Here’s the quick plan for this Texas BBQ Sauce Recipe:
- First, in a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, BBQ for the Brave seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne (if using).
- Next, bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to blend flavors.
- Then, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- After that, remove from heat and let cool. Blend for a smoother texture if desired.
- Finally, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Saucy Tips from the Griddle Queen
For the best Texas BBQ Sauce Recipe, tweak the cayenne to match your heat level—Texas loves a kick! Moreover, a quick blend makes it silky for dipping. For more sauce hacks, check out Serious Eats.
Serving Ideas
Slather this sauce on smash burgers, fajitas, or ribs hot off the griddle. Additionally, it’s a fab dip for fries or a glaze for grilled veggies.
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