Sweet, tangy, and just the right touch of spice—this honey barbecue sauce is a versatile favorite that’s as perfect for brushing over grilled chicken as it is for slathering on ribs or burgers. The natural sweetness of honey balances the smoky depth of molasses, while ketchup, steak sauce, and Worcestershire layer in classic barbecue flavor. With just the right blend of spices and a gentle kick from red pepper flakes, this sauce comes together in minutes and tastes even better after resting in the fridge.
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup honey
1/4 cup molasses
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup steak sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon garlic, finely minced
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
METHOD:
Place all ingredients in blender. Process until well combined.
Pour into large saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Immediately lower heat and simmer for five minutes. Cool to room temperature. Place sauce in storage container, cover and refrigerate.
VARIATIONS:
- For very spicy BBQ sauce, add 1 jalapeno pepper or 1 chipotle in adobo pepper, very finely diced.
- For smoky flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke.
