Ingredients:

  • 2 cups ketchup
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Pour the ketchup, molasses, and apple cider vinegar into a medium glass mixing bowl. Whisk vigorously for 30 seconds until the molasses is fully incorporated and the mixture is uniform in color.
  2. Sift in the garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk again, ensuring no clumps of dry spice remain.
  3. Stir in the fresh lemon juice to provide the signature zesty lift.
  4. Continue whisking for one final minute until the sauce reaches a glossy, smooth consistency that coats the back of a spoon.