This deep, glossy BBQ sauce simmers ketchup and tangy apple cider vinegar with brown sugar until it turns rich and syrupy, with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder building layers of smoky, savory flavor. A touch of yellow mustard and a pinch of cayenne (if you like heat) keep things bright and balanced, while a slow simmer coaxes out that classic thick, spoon-coating texture. It's whisked together in one saucepan and needs nothing more than patience and occasional stirring to reach that deep-red, clingy finish. Once cooled, it's ready to brush over anything on the grill or stir into a pot of beans, and it fits perfectly into a vegetarian kitchen. Make a batch and keep it on hand for weeks of easy weeknight glazing.
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Combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne (if using) in a medium saucepan. Whisk until smooth.
Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has fully dissolved and the sauce just begins to bubble at the edges, about 3–4 minutes.
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