If there’s one thing that can take a perfectly cooked steak or rack of ribs from great to legendary, it’s the right BBQ sauce. Sweet, smoky, tangy—this sauce is the crown jewel of grilled meats that enhances every juicy bite with layers of complex flavors. But why settle for store-bought when you can whip up a homemade version that’s tailor-made for your palate? Something that is certainly healthier and better!

In this article, we’re crafting a BBQ sauce that strikes the perfect balance between richness and zest. It’s got the deep, molasses-kissed sweetness of brown sugar and honey, the tangy sharpness of apple cider vinegar, and the smoky allure of paprika and black pepper. This sauce is the ultimate companion to your prime cuts.

The Ultimate BBQ Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cups tomato ketchup
• 4 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 5 tbsp dark brown sugar
• 2 tbsp molasses (or black treacle)
• 3 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• ½ tsp mustard powder (or 1 tsp English mustard)
• 1 ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp ground cumin

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, mix all ingredients together.
2. Heat over medium-high until it starts to boil, then reduce to a simmer.
3. Stir frequently and let it cook for about 10–15 minutes until it thickens.
4. Allow it to cool before using. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.

Want to spice things up? Add a teaspoon of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne for a fiery kick. Prefer a richer depth? A tablespoon of espresso powder will take it to another level.

Now that you have the perfect BBQ sauce, the next step is making sure your steak is equally spectacular. And where better to experience steak perfection than Lawry’s The Prime Rib Jakarta?

Lawry’s is known for serving only the highest-grade Certified Angus Beef, ensuring impeccable marbling and tenderness in every cut. Whether you love your steak rare, medium-rare, or well-done (brush up on steak cooking levels here), Lawry’s delivers a melt-in-your-mouth experience that’s second to none. Book your table now and treat yourself to the finest steak in Jakarta—because some meals deserve nothing but the best!