This deep, glossy sauce starts with a whisked base of ketchup and tangy apple cider vinegar, then builds real depth with brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. A gentle simmer coaxes everything into a thick, spoon-coating glaze, while a touch of cayenne adds warmth without overwhelming the smoky-sweet balance. Yellow mustard sharpens the whole pot with just enough bite to keep it from tasting one-note. Simmered low and slow until it clings to the back of a spoon, this is the kind of sauce you'll want brushed on ribs, swirled into pulled chicken, or spooned straight over grilled vegetables. It's an easy make-ahead staple to keep stocked in a wheat free kitchen all summer long.
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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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