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pork essentials: bbq sauce two ways

Andy59 avatar
Recipe by
Andy Anderson !
@Andy59
Wichita, KS

Here are two recipes for BBQ sauce that would probably be great with just about anything; however, I have specifically tweaked them to work best with pork. In addition, I am attempting to use ingredients that you would most likely have in your pantries and fridges. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

yield serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For pork essentials: bbq sauce two ways

  • PLAN/PURCHASE
  • MEMPHIS STYLE (TOMATOEY, WITH VINEGAR, AND SPICES)
  • 1 Tbsp
    sweet butter, unsalted
  • 1 md
    yellow onion, grated
  • 3 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1/2 c
    chicken stock, not broth, or filtered water
  • 8 oz
    tomato sauce, 1 small can
  • 1/4 c
    maple syrup or fresh clover honey
  • 2 Tbsp
    apple cider vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp
    brown mustard, i prefer grey poupon
  • 1 Tbsp
    coconut or palm sugar
  • 2 tsp
    worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp
    dry mustard, i prefer colemans
  • salt, kosher variety, to taste
  • CAROLINA STYLE (TANGY WITH SUBTLE SWEETNESS)
  • 1 1/8 c
    apple cider vinegar
  • 8 oz
    tomato sauce, 1 small can
  • 1/4 c
    coconut, or palm sugar
  • 1 Tbsp
    yellow mustard, i prefer french’s
  • 1 Tbsp
    worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp
    hot sauce, i prefer frank’s
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    white pepper, freshly ground
  • red pepper flakes, to taste

How To Make pork essentials: bbq sauce two ways

  • 1
    PREP/PREPARE
  • 2
    Not all folks like Worcestershire sauce… I think it has something to do with the anchovies. Anyway, if you want an anchovy-free version, try this one: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/other-sauce-spread/diy-essentials-homemade-worcestershire-sauce.html?r=1
  • 3
    Where are all the cool photos? Well, two reasons; 1. I have already made these recipes and they are sitting in my freezer… yes, you can freeze these recipes. 2. In our current situation (virus), I do not want to make something, just for the express purpose of photographing it. In most cases, I would have neighbors to give this too; however, for the present, I am refraining from giving away food. If properly stored in the fridge, it will last 2 – 3weeks. If frozen, it will last for 4 – 5 months.
  • 4
    Where is the Ketchup? It is true that most BBQ sauces use ketchup; however, I prefer the mellow flavor of a good tomato sauce. But, since ketchup is a tomato-based product with vinegar, and sugar, I adjusted my ingredients accordingly.
  • 5
    Gather your ingredients (mise en place).
  • 6
    Memphis Style:
  • 7
    Add the butter and oil to a pot over medium heat. When the foaming subsides, add the onions, and stir until softened, but not browned, about 2 – 3 minutes. Add the garlic and stir until fragrant, about 60 seconds. Add the chicken stock or filtered water, and stir, scraping up and brown bits on the bottom of the pan. Add the remainder of the ingredients; except the salt and stir to combine. Bring up to a simmer and stir until it thickens to your satisfaction. While it is simmering add salt, a bit at a time, until you like what you taste. Store in the fridge using a non-reactive jar with a tight-fitting lid, until needed.
  • 8
    Carolina Style
  • 9
    This one is easy/peasy. Add all the ingredients; except the red-pepper flakes and salt, to a saucepan over medium heat, stir to combine, and bring up to a simmer. While it is simmering, season with the pepper flakes and salt, to taste. Store in the fridge using a non-reactive jar with a tight-fitting lid, until needed. That is about it.
  • 10
    PLATE/PRESENT
  • So yummy
    11
    Use with your favorite BBQ pork dishes. Enjoy.
  • Stud Muffin
    12
    Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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