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Memphis Tangy Tomato

Tomato · Memphis · about 2.5 cups · 25 minutes

Thinner and tangier than Kansas City. In Memphis, ribs usually come dry and this goes on the side.

Memphis Tangy Tomato barbecue sauce
Heat Sweetness

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups ketchup
  • 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method

  1. 1.Combine everything in a saucepan and whisk smooth.
  2. 2.Simmer on low 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. 3.Cool and bottle.

Storage

Refrigerate up to 3 weeks.

Pairs With

dry-rubbed ribs, pulled pork sandwiches