Add this spicy mustard bbq sauce recipe to your collection of homemade bbq sauces. This easy 15-minute bbq sauce combines spicy mustard, vinegar, hot sauce, and brown sugar to make a tangy sauce that's perfect for slathering on your favorite grilled chicken and pork recipes.
I almost never buy bbq sauce at the store anymore. It always seems too sweet and not tangy enough, and when you can whip up a batch of homemade sauce in under 15 minutes with a handful of pantry staples, why wouldn't you?
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- It's an easy homemade bbq sauce recipe that's perfect for grilled chicken and pork recipes.
- It can be prepared in just 15 minutes.
- You can scale the recipe to make as much as you need.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Spicy mustard--There's a lot of choice when it comes to spicy mustard. Use one that you like. The sugar in the sauce will soften the heat from the mustard, but the flavor of the mustard will be dominant, so be sure to sample it before using to make sure you enjoy the flavor and can tolerate the heat.
- Brown sugar--I recommend using light brown sugar here so that the molasses flavor isn't dominant.
- Hot sauce--Use a vinegar-based hot sauce, such as Frank's Red Hot Sauce.
How to Make Mustard BBQ Sauce
- Combine the mustard, brown sugar, vinegar, hot sauce, and salt in a small saucepan.
- Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.
FAQs
If stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator, this sauce will keep for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, pop it in the freezer.
Yes. Freeze the sauce in a freezer-safe container or jar for up to 3 months. When freezing, always leave some room in your container for expansion. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using.
Mustard-based bbq sauces are ideal for chicken and pork. Brush it onto crispy grilled chicken wings, toss it with shredded chicken and make BBQ chicken flatbread, or try it on these make-ahead ribs for camping.
Tips and Troubleshooting
- Don't let the sauce boil vigorously as it will become too thick. Adjust the heat as necessary to only maintain a very slow simmer.
- This recipe is suitable for gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan diets.
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Recipe
Spicy Mustard BBQ Sauce
Ingredients
- ½ cup spicy mustard
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine the mustard, brown sugar, vinegar, hot sauce, and salt in a small saucepan.
- Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then immediately reduce heat to low so that the sauce is barely simmering. Let it cook gently for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and let cool before transferring to a lidded jar or container. The sauce will thicken slightly as it cools. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Don't let the sauce boil vigorously as it will become too thick. Adjust the heat as necessary to only maintain a very slow simmer.
- This recipe is suitable for gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan diets.
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