You guys! I had no freaking idea how quick and easy a simple BBQ sauce could be. I have used a similar recipe for Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts. I really really love how customizable this recipe can be. I love to add different ingredients to change a bit of the flavor profile every time I make this.
This sauce is so good! I use it for my Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts, BBQ weenies, burgers, chicken, and the list can go on.
Sweet Ingredients:
- Ketchup – 1 Cup
- Sugar – 1/2 Cup
- Brown Sugar – 1 Cup
- White Vinegar – 1 Tbsp
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Savory Options:
- Red Pepper Flakes – 1 Tbls
- Minced Onions (sauteed) – 1/4 cup
- Minced Garlic (sauteed) – 2 cloves



Sweet Directions:
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- Add Ketchup, Sugar, Brown Sugar, and vinegar to a bowl.
- Whisk until all ingredients are combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Enjoy!
Optional – place sauce into a saucepan and bring to a slight simmer, stirring occasionally.
Savory Directions:
- Add minced onions, minced garlic, red pepper flakes and a little butter to a saucepan.
- I prefer to cut my red pepper flakes into smaller pieces before adding to my pan.
- If you really want to get fancy, toss the onions, garlic, and red pepper flakes into a food processor first.
- Sautee on low to medium heat until onions and garlic are opaque.
- Add Ketchup, Sugar, Brown Sugar, and vinegar to the saucepan.
- Whisk until all ingredients are combined.
- Simmer on low until all ingredients are incorporated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Enjoy
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-Stella & Jay
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