Grilled Rib Sauce
4 servings
51 minutes
This thick, rich sauce for grilled ribs is a classic of American cuisine, bringing a deep, caramelized flavor to juicy meat. Its history roots in southern barbecue traditions where the perfectly balanced combination of sweetness, tanginess, and spices makes dishes unique. The sauce's flavor unfolds multifacetedly: first comes the soft sweetness of brown sugar and ketchup, then the tangy acidity of apple cider vinegar arrives, and finally the spicy warmth of cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper leaves a pleasant aftertaste. This sauce is perfect not only for ribs but also for any meat dishes that require a rich smoky barbecue aroma. Apply it at the end of grilling to achieve a caramelized crust that makes the ribs especially appetizing.
1
In a small saucepan, heat vegetable oil and sauté finely chopped onion and minced garlic, adding salt and pepper, for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
- Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
- Onion: 1 head
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
2
Add ketchup, broth, vinegar, sugar, cumin, coriander, celery salt, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 30 minutes until thickened.
- Ketchup: 1 glass
- Beef broth: 1 glass
- Apple cider vinegar: 0.8 glass
- Brown sugar: 0.3 glass
- Ground cumin (zira): 0.5 teaspoon
- Ground coriander: 0.5 teaspoon
- Celery salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Cayenne pepper: 0.3 teaspoon