Homemade BBQ Sauce For Ribs

This homemade BBQ sauce goes PERFECT with your favorite ribs! We use it all the time with our 3-2-1 ribs recipe and smoked hot honey ribs, and they are a match made for each other. It offers a delicious combination of sweet, tangy, and smoky to add to your smoked ribs.

This homemade BBQ sauce comes together in just 15 minutes and tastes WAY better than anything that comes bottled from the store. Did you know the #1 ingredient in Sweet Baby Ray's sauce is high fructose corn syrup? Yuck! 

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE

• Ketchup — The tangy and slightly-sweet base
• Brown sugar — A layer of sweetness to balance out the tanginess of the sauce
• Apple cider vinegar — For a bright, tangy acidity
• Honey — Enhances the sweetness of the sauce, while adding a smooth and velvety texture
• Worcestershire sauce — For a nice savory, umami taste 
• Smoked paprika — Adds a nice smoky, earthy flavor to the sauce

HOW TO MAKE BBQ SAUCE FOR RIBS

1. Combine All Ingredients

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and smoked paprika.

2. Cook the Sauce

Cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.

3. Cool & Serve

Allow the sauce to cool, then serve with your favorite baby back or spare ribs and enjoy.

Storage Tips

• To Store. Store in an airtight container or mason jar for up to 2-3 weeks in the refrigerator.
• To Freeze. You can freeze this sauce for up to six months. When you're ready to use it, just thaw it overnight in your fridge.