Kansas City–style sauce is the most popular style of BBQ sauce in the U.S. with its sweet and spicy ketchup-based flavor, and plenty of zing from apple cider vinegar. Of course this is THE sauce to serve with ribs and pork shoulder, but it's also great for dipping roasted potato wedges. Try whisking a small amount into your next batch of salad dressing for a little extra color and flavor, or mixing a bit into your next batch of coleslaw.
Ingredients
2 cups unsweetened ketchup
¾ cup fresh lemon juice
½ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup molasses
¼ cup canned tomato paste
4 tsp ground cumin
4 tsp ground ginger
1 tbsp celery seed
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
In medium saucepan, whisk all ingredients over medium heat, stirring often, until hot, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer sauce to jar with lid. Let cool, uncovered. Cover jar and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
