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Homemade Barbecue Sauce made with an Alaskan touch, birch syrup is delicious on burgers, ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, and chicken wings
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Homemade Barbecue Sauce-Alaska Style

Tangy, sweet and spicy with a touch of Alaskan flair (birch syrup).  This sauce goes well with any of your favorite BBQ'd or smoked meats.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: BBQ sauce, homemade barbecue sauce
Servings: 24 Makes ~1 1/2-2 c.
Calories: 59kcal
Author: Janet-Mountain Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 1 c. Ketchup
  • 1 c. Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/2 c. Dark Karo Syrup
  • 1/2 c. Birch Syrup First or Mid run
  • 1/2 c. Honey
  • 1 Tbsp. Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp. Liquid Smoke
  • 1/2 tsp. Salt
  • 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp. Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp. Dry Mustard
  • 1/4 tsp. Tabasco Sauce

Instructions

For the Homemade Barbecue Sauce:

  • Combine all of the ingredients for the BBQ sauce in a sauce pan and whisk together until smooth over medium-high heat; stir constantly.
  • When the mixture comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally.
  • After about 30-45 minutes, remove the BBQ sauce from the heat when thickened to your preference.  (Don't overcook it as it will become too thick.  If this happens, thin it down a bit with some vinegar.
  • Cool at least 1 hr (overnight would allow flavors to blend), then use on your favorite meats and enjoy!

Notes

  • Store refrigerated in a container for up to a month.  We like to use a squirt bottle as it's easy and clean.
  • If you can't get a hold of Birch Syrup, look for a first or mid run Maple Syrup.
  • Test the sweetness.  If you personally like it sweeter, add a bit more honey (sometimes we do); tangier, add more syrup; spicier, add more Tobasco.
  • This recipe is easy to half or double.

Nutrition

Serving: 2Tbsp | Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 136mg | Fiber: 1g