Spiced barbecue glaze
Transform your barbecue with this flavorful, spiced barbecue glaze. A delicious blend of tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, paprika, dried oregano, and ground cumin. Perfect for grilling season!
- 13 May 2025
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 0 min
- 10 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
Spiced barbecue glaze is a delicious and versatile condiment that adds a kick to your grilled dishes. This rich and flavorful glaze combines the sweetness of brown sugar, the tanginess of vinegar, and the bold spices of paprika, oregano, and cumin. Perfect for marinating or basting, this glaze will elevate your barbecue game and leave your taste buds craving more.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Before you start, gather all the ingredients and measure them out according to the list. This will streamline the cooking process.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, pour in the 1/2 cup of tomato sauce and 1/3 cup of Worcestershire sauce. Stir until well combined.
To the bowl, add 1/3 cup of brown sugar and 2 tablespoons of vinegar. Stir the mixture until the brown sugar dissolves completely and the ingredients are well integrated.
Add 1 tablespoon of mustard, 2 tablespoons of paprika, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon of ground cumin to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the glaze.
Continue stirring the mixture with a whisk or spoon until the glaze has a smooth and consistent texture. Make sure there are no lumps of sugar or spices.
Taste your glaze and adjust seasoning if needed. You can add more sugar for sweetness, more vinegar for tanginess, or more spices for an extra kick, according to your preference.
- If you're not using the glaze right away, pour it into an airtight container and refrigerate. The flavors will meld together even more as it rests.
- If you're ready to use it, brush the glaze generously over your choice of grilled meats, such as ribs, chicken, or steak, during the last 10-15 minutes of grilling. This will prevent the sugars in the glaze from burning.
Tips:
- Mix all ingredients in a saucepan to ensure even blending of flavors.
- Simmer the glaze over medium heat, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar and meld the spices.
- Allow the glaze to cool slightly before using it as a marinade or sauce to ensure it thickens properly.
- For best results, marinate meats in the glaze for at least an hour before grilling.
- Baste meats with the glaze during the last few minutes of grilling to create a caramelized coating.
- Store any leftover glaze in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Adjust the level of sweetness or spiciness according to your taste preferences by varying the amount of sugar or spices.
Creating this spiced barbecue glaze is a simple and rewarding process that can significantly enhance the flavor profile of your grilled meals. By integrating the right balance of ingredients, you can achieve a savory, sweet, and spicy glaze that will impress your guests and become a staple in your cooking repertoire. Enjoy this versatile glaze on your favorite meats, vegetables, or even as a dipping sauce.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 36 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 50kcal | 3% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 0.73g | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 12g | 3% |
| Fiber 1.53g | 4% |
| Sugar 9g | 9% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 0.56g | 1% |
| Saturated 0.09g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 80ug | 9% |
| Choline 3.63mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 0.02mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 0.52mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 0.09mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B9 4.51ug | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 1.86mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E 1.15mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K 6ug | 5% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 36mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.06mg | 7% |
| Iron, Fe 1.61mg | 15% |
| Magnesium, Mg 12mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus, P 22mg | 2% |
| Potassium, K 190mg | 6% |
| Selenium, Se 0.94ug | 2% |
| Sodium, Na 170mg | 12% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.21mg | 2% |
| Water | |
| Water 22g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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