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    Home » Recipes » Condiments, Sauces & Rubs

    El Paso BBQ Sauce

    Published on August 8, 2020 - Updated on May 5, 2022 by Chef Rodney - Leave a Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    el paso bbq sauce
    This El Paso BBQ Sauce recipe is a super easy way to make your own homemade BBQ Sauce. Ready in about 30 minutes.
    el paso bbq sauce

    This El Paso BBQ Sauce is better than any store-bought BBQ sauce. If not better than what you get from your local grocery store, it's equally as good.

    ingredients for bbq sauce in saucepan simmering
    Ingredients Simmering in Saucepan

    BBQ Sauce has gotten a bit expensive in grocery stores so why not make your own at home for a fraction of the cost? I mean we all like to save money right?

    el paso bbq sauce

    I realize that the list of ingredients for this recipe seems a little weird for a BBQ Sauce. It has the usual ingredients like Ketchup, Vinegar and Worcestershire Sauce. But Celery and Bay Leaves? Why not...

    el paso bbq sauce

    Once the BBQ Sauce is done simmering and the solids have been strained in a colander, the sauce will still be "watery". This is normal and should thicken up a little as it cools down. It may take several hours for the sauce to totally cool down.

    💭 What is a Reduction

    A reduction is when you simmer or boil a liquid until the desired consistency is reached. Once the boiling begins, the liquid will go down (that's the reduction part), usually leaving a line of residue that circles the interior of your pot. This is a good indication for you to tell if you are at your goal or if you should continue boiling.

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    Shredded Chicken in El Paso BBQ Sauce Quesadilla

    If the sauce still doesn't have the consistency you were hoping for, you can use some all purpose flour or a cornstarch slurry to thicken it up but keep in mind that "Texas" style BBQ sauce is usually thinner than most others.

    bbq sauce with chicken quesdaillas
    El Paso BBQ Sauce with BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

    This BBQ Sauce has a nice sweet and tangy flavor to it. Since the consistency of this sauce is on the thin side, it makes it perfect for tossing with some shredded chicken or great for basting chicken on the grill.

    bbq sauce with chicken quesadillas
    BBQ Sauce for Chicken Quesadillas

    For more great recipes like this one, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • White BBQ Sauce
    • Elvis Presley's Special BBQ Sauce
    • BBQ Beef Sandwiches
    • BBQ Chicken Salad Sandwiches
    • Instant Pot BBQ Baked Beans
    • BBQ Beef Muffins

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this El Paso BBQ Sauce recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Ketchup, Apple Cider Vinegar, White Sugar, Chili Powder, Salt, Water, Celery Stalks, Bay Leaf, Garlic Cloves, Yellow Onion, Unsalted Butter, Worcestershire Sauce, Paprika and Ground Black Pepper.

    🥣 How to make El Paso BBQ Sauce

    Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Simmer about 15 minutes.
    Remove from heat and strain. Store sauce in a mason jar or bottle.

    El Paso BBQ Sauce

    El Paso BBQ Sauce

    This El Paso BBQ Sauce recipe is a super easy way to make your own homemade BBQ Sauce. Ready in about 30 minutes.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Cool Time 2 hrs
    Total Time 2 hrs 30 mins
    Course Condiments, Sauces & Dry Rubs
    Cuisine American
    Servings 32
    Calories 25 kcal

    Equipment

    • Colander

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 Cup Ketchup
    • ½ Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
    • 1 ¼ teaspoon White Sugar
    • 1 ¼ teaspoon Chili Powder
    • ⅛ teaspoon Salt
    • 1 ½ Cups Water
    • 2 Celery Sticks, chopped
    • 3 Bay Leaves
    • 1 Garlic Clove
    • 2 tablespoon Yellow Onion, chopped
    • 4 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
    • 4 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
    • ½ teaspoon Paprika
    • ⅛ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
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    Instructions
     

    • Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Simmer about 15 minutes.
    • Remove from heat and strain. Store sauce in a mason jar or bottle.

    Notes

    → Contrary to popular belief, a whole head of celery is called a stalk and a single “stick” from the stalk is called a rib. Since most call a rib of celery "stalk", I use the term Celery Stick to try and avoid any confusion.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2tablespoonCalories: 25kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 101mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 133IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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