Description
Capture the authentic, tangy spirit of Texas barbecue with this bold, vinegar-based sauce. Specifically crafted to complement smoked beef brisket, this sauce avoids excessive sweetness, allowing the smoky, savory flavors of your grilled meats to take center stage. With a perfect balance of acidity and spice, it serves as an excellent mop or finishing glaze for professional-grade backyard barbecue.
Ingredients
2 cups tomato sauce
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup halal/vegan Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
Combine the tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a large stainless steel heavy-bottomed pot.
Whisk the liquid ingredients steadily until they form a uniform, smooth mixture.
Stir in the brown sugar, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to integrate the spices.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer for 20 minutes to develop deep, savory undertones.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using as a mop or serving for dipping.
Notes
Ensure you are using a halal or vegan-certified Worcestershire sauce to keep the recipe strictly compliant. For a thinner consistency, you can add small amounts of water or extra vinegar. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop simmering
- Cuisine: Texas Barbecue
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg