Best Homemade Smoky Barbecue Sauce Recipe

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Historical Tidbit
The word 'barbecue' finds its origins in the Caribbean word 'barbacoa,' which referred to a wooden structure used to smoke meat.
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Chef's Notes
Do not rush the reduction phase! Allowing that full hour of uncovered simmering lets the cider vinegar mellow out and the natural sugars in the tomatoes and molasses concentrate into a glossy, sticky masterpiece.
Pro Tip
If you want a completely smooth, restaurant-quality sheen, carefully transfer the cooled sauce to a blender and blitz it until velvety before storing.
Kitchen Catastrophe Warning
Distracted by your favorite show, you turn your back on the simmering sauce for five minutes, letting it splatter uncontrollably across every freshly cleaned surface of your kitchen while burning the bottom into an unholy carbon crust.
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I asked the chef why we needed to simmer the sauce for an hour; he said it was to give the onions enough time to reflect on their past choices before being smothered in tomato.
The Culinary Science
Liquid smoke is created by capturing and condensing actual wood smoke vapors into water, delivering authentic campfire compounds without needing a literal open fire in your kitchen.
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General Food Safety & Storage
Storage Science
Cool rapidly. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator (below 4°C / 40°F). Consume within 3-4 days.
Reheating Science
Reheat to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Use the stove or oven for best texture, stirring or turning occasionally to ensure even heating.






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