Description
This tangy and bold homemade steak sauce combines the perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and savory flavors. Ideal for enhancing grilled meats, burgers, and BBQ dishes, this easy-to-make sauce is a must-have condiment that elevates any meal. Enjoy the rich taste with your steak, chicken, ribs, and more!
Ingredients
1 ¼ cups ketchup
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar
4 drops hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, hot sauce, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir to blend.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
For a milder sauce, adjust the cayenne pepper and hot sauce to taste.
The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 weeks.
For extra flavor, let the sauce sit in the fridge for a day or two to allow the flavors to develop further.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Condiment, Sauce, BBQ Sauce
- Method: Simmering, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 ½ cups (24 tablespoons)
- Calories: Approximately 15 kcal per tablespoon