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Memphis BBQ Sauce

A thin, slightly sweet and not too spicy, vinegar and tomato based BBQ sauce. 
Yield: 1 c
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bbq
Servings: 6 - 8 people
Author: Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere

Ingredients

  • ¾ c water
  • ¼ c + 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ c tomato paste
  • ¼ c ketchup
  • ¼ c brown sugar
  • 4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • 2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (or to taste)

Instructions

  • Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat until the sugar melts and the ingredients are blended.
  • Continue to simmer for 7-10 minutes.
  • Remove the sauce from the heat and let cool.
  • BBQ sauce will stay good in the refrigerator for 1 week.