User Rating


You might not think of a cola as the base for a barbecue sauce, but the sweetness of the soda helps to enhance the flavors of the sauce. You can reduce the calories of this sauce with diet soda, but it will change the flavor.

See Also

Spicy Root Beer Barbecue Sauce

Chile and Beer Barbecue Sauce

Apple City Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 cups/475 mL Coca-Cola (or similar cola)
• 2 cups/475 mL ketchup
• 1/2 cup/120 mL white vinegar
• 1/2 onion large onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon/15 mL black pepper
• 1/4 cup/60 mL brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons/45 mL salt
• 3 tablespoons/45 mL chili powder

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 60 minutes

• Total Time: 70 minutes
• Yield: Makes about 5 1/2 cups

Preparation

Mix all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a low simmer and cook slowly for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.