Apple Jalapeño BBQ Sauce
Ingredients:
1 ½ cups ketchup
1 cup apple juice
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 medium jalapeño, finely diced (remove seeds for a milder sauce)
Instructions:
Combine ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together all ingredients until well mixed.
Simmer the sauce: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes. The sauce should thicken to a smooth, pourable consistency.
Cool and store: Remove the saucepan from heat. Let the sauce cool slightly, then pour it into a lidded jar or container. For best flavor, refrigerate overnight before using.
Use and enjoy: Slather it over ribs, chicken, pulled pork, or even use it as a dipping sauce. Store any leftover sauce in the fridge for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.
Notes:
Keep the jalapeño seeds in for extra heat, or leave them out for a gentler kick.
The sauce gets better as it sits—letting it rest overnight deepens the flavor.
Great as a homemade gift when jarred and labeled!
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