Pulled Pork with Apricot Molasses Barbecue Sauce jessica burns from jessicaburns.com
Introduction
Barbeque sauce is an essential part of any pulled pork dish. It adds a tangy and sweet flavor to the pork, making it even more delicious. Making your barbeque sauce is easy, and it allows you to customize the flavor according to your preference. In this recipe, we will show you how to make a simple and tasty barbeque sauce for your pulled pork.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup - 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar - 1/2 cup brown sugar - 1/4 cup molasses - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce - 1 tablespoon smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Ketchup
The ketchup provides the base for the sauce. You can use any brand of ketchup that you prefer.
Apple Cider Vinegar
The apple cider vinegar gives the sauce a tangy flavor. It also helps to tenderize the meat.
Brown Sugar
The brown sugar provides the sweetness in the sauce. You can adjust the amount of brown sugar according to your preference.
Molasses
Molasses adds depth and richness to the sauce. You can use light or dark molasses depending on your preference.
Worcestershire Sauce
The Worcestershire sauce adds a savory flavor to the sauce. It is a combination of vinegar, molasses, and spices.
Smoked Paprika
The smoked paprika adds a smoky flavor to the sauce. You can use regular paprika if you don't have smoked paprika.
Garlic Powder
The garlic powder adds a subtle garlic flavor to the sauce.
Onion Powder
The onion powder adds a mild onion flavor to the sauce.
Salt and Black Pepper
The salt and black pepper enhance the flavor of the sauce.
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, combine all the ingredients. 2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. 3. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. 4. Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool before using it. 5. Serve the sauce alongside your pulled pork.
Cooking Tips
- If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend the ingredients in a blender or food processor. - You can adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more or less brown sugar. - You can adjust the tanginess of the sauce by adding more or less apple cider vinegar. - If you prefer a spicier sauce, you can add some cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
Nutrition
The nutrition information for this recipe is as follows: - Calories: 71 - Total Fat: 0g - Saturated Fat: 0g - Cholesterol: 0mg - Sodium: 313mg - Total Carbohydrates: 18g - Dietary Fiber: 0g - Sugars: 16g - Protein: 0g
Conclusion
Making your barbeque sauce is easy, and it allows you to customize the flavor according to your preference. This simple recipe is perfect for pulled pork or any other barbeque dish. You can also store the leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy!