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Bill Miller’s BBQ Sauce Recipe

Bill Miller’s BBQ Sauce Recipe

Bill Miller Bar-B-Q Sauce is a famous and delicious sauce that originated in San Antonio, Texas. It has been a staple of Texas barbecue for over sixty years and is a favorite among Texans. 
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Prep Time: 7 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Course: sauce
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Bill Miller’s BBQ Sauce Recipe
Servings: 24 Servings
Calories: 35kcal
Author: Bex Smith

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of orchard-fresh apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cups of natural spring water
  • 4 cups of sun-ripened tomato ketchup
  • 4 tablespoons of aromatic Hungarian paprika
  • 4 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce aged in oak barrels
  • 1 cup of rich golden brown sugar
  • 4 tablespoons of sweet onion powder
  • 1/2 cup of tangy golden mustard
  • 4 tablespoons of smoky chili powder
  • 4 tablespoons of finely ground garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons of pure sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons of freshly cracked black peppercorns

Instructions

STEP 1 – Prepare the Base:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sun-ripened tomato ketchup, orchard-fresh apple cider vinegar, and natural spring water. Whisk them together thoroughly until well incorporated.

STEP 2 – Sweetening the Sauce:

  • Add the rich golden brown sugar to the mixture. Stir continuously over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely. Reduce the heat to low.

STEP 3 – Integrate the Flavors:

  • Incorporate the tangy golden mustard, Worcestershire sauce aged in oak barrels, smoky chili powder, aromatic Hungarian paprika, finely ground garlic powder, sweet onion powder, pure sea salt, and freshly cracked black peppercorns into the mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients evenly.

STEP 4 – Simmer and Thicken:

  • Allow the sauce to simmer gently over low heat, stirring occasionally. Let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes to let the flavors meld together and the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain a gentle simmer.

STEP 5 – Taste and Adjust:

  • Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tanginess, or spices to suit your preference.

STEP 6 – Cool and Store:

  • Once the sauce reaches your desired consistency and flavor, remove it from the heat and let it cool down to room temperature. Pour it into a clean, airtight container or bottle for storage.

STEP 7 – Usage:

  • Use this flavorful BBQ sauce to enhance the taste of grilled meats, as a dipping sauce, or as a marinade. Store it in the refrigerator for up to a few weeks.

Notes

 Make sure to stir the sauce occasionally while simmering to prevent it from burning.
  1.  If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little bit of water to thin it out
  2.  If the sauce is too thin, you can add a little bit of tomato paste to thicken it up.
  3.  Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  4.  If you want a spicier sauce, you can add more chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  5.  If you want a sweeter sauce, you can add more brown sugar.
  6.  The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcal
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