Rudy’s bbq sauce recipe is a spicy, tangy sauce that has been passed down through the generations in my family.
It is made with ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, apple cider vinegar, and many other spices. Best of all, it only takes about 10 minutes to make.
This soup looks great and tastes even better. It helps give the chicken meat a great smoky flavor. It will be a party pleaser with all your guests.
Rudy’s bbq sauce is very easy to make. It is a good sauce for grilled meats, fish, vegetables, and fried eggs. This sauce will go great with grilled chicken or something that has a meaty texture, like pork chops or steaks.
This recipe makes enough sauce to last several meals. Just put the leftovers in a plastic container or baggies and freeze them so you can use them later.
How to make Rudy’s bbq sauce?
As of my knowledge cut-off in September 2021, Rudy’s BBQ has not released the exact recipe for their famous BBQ sauce. They even sell their sauce in store and online for fans who want the authentic taste. However, many people have attempted to recreate the unique flavor of Rudy’s BBQ sauce at home with good results.
Here’s a replica recipe inspired by Rudy’s “Sause”. This recipe will yield a BBQ sauce that is spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet, similar to what you might find at Rudy’s.
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) can of tomato sauce
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Mix together all ingredients in a medium saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken slightly.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as necessary. If you want a spicier sauce, you can add more cayenne. For a sweeter sauce, add a bit more brown sugar.
- Allow the sauce to cool, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The sauce will keep for a couple of weeks.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 45
- Fat: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 8.2 g
- Sugar: 5.1 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
Best 9 serving ideas
Here are 9 serving suggestions for Rudy’s bbq sauce recipe.
1. Grill chicken breasts
Preheat your barbecue grill. If desired, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Grill for about 10 minutes or until done, and then brush with Rudy’s bbq sauce.
2. Serve as dipping sauce
This sauce tastes great with fried foods such as chicken wings, calamari rings, fried fish fillets, or even french fries. Rudy’s bbq sauce recipe goes great with hamburgers or burgers on the grill, too.
3. Add to baked potatoes
Cut a potato into wedges and add them to a pot of boiling water. Cook for about 10 minutes until done, and then drain well. Grill for about 10 minutes on each side or until done, and then drizzle Rudy’s bbq sauce over them before serving.
4. Serve with vegetables
Grill some vegetable skewers such as bell peppers, portobello mushrooms, and onion. Rudy’s bbq sauce goes great with grilled vegetables.
5. Add to soups for extra flavor
Add about 1/4 cup of this sauce to any soup for extra flavor. This sauce is great with chicken noodle soup or barbecue chicken soup. It is also great with Oyster stew or clam chowder. You can add it to any other kind of soup that you like.
6. Brush over meats
Use Rudy’s bbq sauce to brush the meat on the grill. You can also grill steak with this sauce to make it taste delicious. Rudy’s bbq sauce recipe is good for the summertime.
7. Add to egg dishes for a twist
This sauce also goes well with fried eggs, scrambled eggs, and fried fish. When you make fried eggs, add a little salt and some pepper to help enhance the flavor of the sauce. This sauce is great with baked potatoes or steamed veggies such as broccolini or bok choy.
8. Use with eggs
If you are making scrambled eggs or fried eggs, add about a 1/4 cup of this sauce for dipping before flipping them on the grill. Pour some extra sauce over your breakfast meal. Rudy’s bbq sauce recipe also goes well with sunny eggs side up or over easy.
9. Use as a marinade
Rudy’s bbq sauce recipe is great as a marinade for chicken, fish, pork, and beef. It gives the meat a nice flavor and taste. Marinate the meat overnight to get the best taste out of it. Make sure to remove any excess sauce before cooking, so it doesn’t burn on the barbecue grill or in a pan on the stove since it’s pretty thick and sticky.
Conclusion
Rudy’s bbq sauce recipe is a tasty, tangy, and spicy sauce that goes great with grilled foods. It is also a good dipping sauce for fried foods such as chicken wings and french fries. Use this recipe on the grill because it will cook better there.
This sauce is a good barbecue seasoning that you can keep in the pantry for many months. Have fun making this recipe and try it as my family does in their Rudy’s bbq sauce recipe.
Thanks for reading.
