Sweet and Tangy Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup Dark Brown Sugar
• 1/2 tsp. Ground Cumin
• 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
• 1/2 tsp. Dark Chili Powder
• 1/4 tsp. Cayenne Pepper ((or to taste))
• 1/2 tsp. Diamond Kosher Salt ((plus more as needed))
• 1/4 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
• 2 Tbsp. Honey or Maple Syrup
• 2 Tbsp. Molasses
• 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
• 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire Sauce
• 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
• 1/2 tsp. Hot Sauce ((or to taste))
• 2 tsp. Liquid Smoke
• 2 cups Ketchup

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine and whisk all ingredients except for the ketchup in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until it comes to a simmer but not a boil, whisking to dissolve.

2. 2

   Reduce heat to medium-low and whisk in the ketchup. Stir frequently and continue to simmer over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the sauce has reached the desired thickness.

3. 3

   Use it while warm or cool, bottle and refrigerate for up to 1 week or longer if sealed in a sterilized container.