Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce

This Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce combines the perfect balance of sweetness from honey and tanginess from apple cider vinegar, with a kick of heat from cayenne pepper. It's an ideal accompaniment for grilled meats or as a dipping sauce for appetizers.

Ingredients

• Honey - 60 ml
• Apple cider vinegar - 30 ml
• Ketchup - 120 ml
• Brown sugar - 30 g
• Worcestershire sauce (gluten-free) - 15 ml
• Garlic powder - 1 tsp
• Onion powder - 1 tsp
• Cayenne pepper - 1/2 tsp
• Smoked paprika - 1 tsp
• Salt - 1/2 tsp
• Black pepper - 1/2 tsp

Steps

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce.
2. Stir in the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens slightly.
4. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before using or storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 0 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 25 g
• Sodium: 320 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 0 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Honey provides natural sweetness and has antibacterial properties.
• Apple cider vinegar may aid digestion and help regulate blood sugar levels.

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