5-Minute Homemade BBQ Sauce

Name: 5-Minute Homemade BBQ Sauce
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 2 tbsp malt vinegar; 1 tbsp honey; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 1 cup ketchup; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced; 1 tsp molasses; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; Water, as needed to thin

This 5-minute homemade BBQ sauce combines ketchup, two types of vinegar, and chipotle peppers in adobo to deliver a smoky, sweet, and tangy condiment ready to use immediately.

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Total

5 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$22–$36

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp malt vinegar
1 tbsp honey
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 cup ketchup
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
1 tsp molassesoptional
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
Water, as needed to thinoptional

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Instructions

1
In a skillet over medium heat, add the apple cider vinegar and malt vinegar.
2
Add the honey and brown sugar, and whisk to combine.
3
Stir in the ketchup, soy sauce, and minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
4
If using, add the molasses and whisk everything together until smooth.
5
Add the garlic powder and onion powder, and whisk until fully incorporated. Let the sauce come to a simmer.
6
If the sauce is too thick for your liking, add a splash of water and whisk until it reaches your desired consistency.
7
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before transferring to a squeeze bottle or airtight container for storage.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Mince the chipotle peppers finely and add gradually—taste as you go since heat varies by pepper and brand.
Whisk all ingredients for 30 seconds until fully combined; no cooking required, so don't overmix.
Use immediately or chill for 10 minutes to let flavors meld before serving on ribs, brisket, or pulled pork.
Keep the adobo sauce from the can—it's packed with flavor; don't discard it.

Substitutions

Apple cider vinegar → white vinegar (less fruity, more sharp)
Malt vinegar → rice vinegar (milder, slightly sweet)
Brown sugar → honey (use 3 tbsp total honey instead; results will be slightly thinner)
Chipotle peppers in adobo → smoked paprika + cayenne (1 tsp paprika + pinch cayenne; lacks depth but adds smoke)