Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
3 tbsp

butter

melted

4 unit

garlic cloves

chopped

2 unit

onions

chopped

3 cup

catsup

1 tsp

chili powder

3 tbsp

mustard

6 tbsp

teriyaki sauce

12 tbsp

brown sugar

Step 1
~3 min

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add chopped garlic and onions to the melted butter.

Step 3
~3 min

Sauté the garlic and onions until they are tender and translucent.

Step 4
~3 min

Remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 5
~3 min

Add catsup, chili powder, mustard, and teriyaki sauce to the saucepan.

Step 6
~3 min

Stir all ingredients together until well combined.

Step 7
~3 min

Add brown sugar to the mixture.

Step 8
~3 min

Stir continuously while adding the brown sugar until it is fully dissolved and the sauce is smooth.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier sauce, add more chili powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Simmer the sauce for a longer time to thicken it.

Adjust the amount of brown sugar to your desired level of sweetness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made several days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Use as a marinade for chicken, beef, or pork.

Brush on grilled vegetables.

Serve with rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Grilled salmon
Stir-fried vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular barbecue sauce variation.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer barbecues
Tailgating

Occasion Tags

Summer
Barbecue
Party
Tailgate
Grilling

Popularity Score

65/100

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