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freshly made homemade Tennessee BBQ sauce getting served with a spoon

Homemade Tennnesee BBQ Sauce

Molly LaFontaine
My homemade Tennessee BBQ sauce is smoky, sweet, and made with wholesome ingredients. You can whip it up in under 2 minutes—no cooking required! It's my take on our favorite local BBQ restaurant's red sauce here in Nashville. I hope this recipe replaces store-bought BBQ sauce in your house like it has in ours!
Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Course Kitchen Staple
Cuisine Southern
Servings 1.5 cups (approx.)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup ketchup, organic with clean ingredients
  • 1/4 cup raw honey
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (salt-free)
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder (salt-free)

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to a mixing bowl and whisk until fully combined.
  • Use right away, warm on the stove if desired, or pour into an airtight glass jar. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Please see blog post for tips, storage instructions, and other information.
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A Note From Molly – This recipe was developed and tested by me, NEVER AI (artificial intelligence). My recipes here on Plum Branch Home are created with purpose and cherished in our own home. What you see from Plum Branch Home is real. It’s made for a reason, tested, and loved!
 
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