Traeger Kitchen
Bourbon BBQ Sauce
Prep Time
5
Minutes
Cook Time
40
Minutes
Serves
8 - 12
People
Effort
What's this?
For a BBQ-style Thanksgiving feast, forget gravy & spoon this savory homemade BBQ sauce over Traeger smoked turkey.
Ingredients
1/2 onion, minced
4 Clove garlic, minced
3/4 Fluid Ounce bourbon whiskey
1/2 Teaspoon black pepper
1/2 Tablespoon salt
2 Cup ketchup
1/4 Cup tomato paste
1/3 Cup Cider Vinegar
1/4 Cup Worcestershire sauce
1/2 Cup brown sugar
1/3 Teaspoon Hot Pepper Sauce
Steps
1
When ready to cook, set grill temperature to 350˚F and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.2
In a large skillet combine the onion, garlic, and whiskey. Simmer for 20 minutes on the Traeger or until onion is translucent.3
Mix in the ground black pepper, salt, ketchup, tomato paste, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and hot pepper sauce.4
Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat on the Traeger to 225˚F and simmer for 20 more minutes.5
Run sauce through a strainer if you prefer a smooth sauce. Use on your favorite BBQ recipes. Enjoy!