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honey bbq

Honey BBQ

Discover delicious honey bbq recipes and tips for making your own sauce. Learn how to create the perfect balance of sweet and smoky flavors today.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Regular BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar or lemon juice
  • to taste Optional spices (smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, chipotle pepper)

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Spoon for stirring

Method
 

  1. Pour your favorite regular BBQ sauce into a bowl.
  2. Add honey little by little, tasting as you go.
  3. Stir in a splash of vinegar or lemon juice to balance sweetness.
  4. Sprinkle in any extra spices according to your taste.
  5. For spicier sauce, add cayenne pepper or chipotle pepper.
  6. Simmer the mixture on low heat for 5–10 minutes until flavors meld.
  7. Let it cool before using or storing.

Nutrition

Calories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSodium: 150mgSugar: 18g

Notes

Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey. Experiment with different spices for various flavor profiles; try adding mustard for tanginess or adjusting the acidity based on your preference.
Store the sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
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