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J. Dawgs Sauce: Grill's Secret Weapon!

J Dawgs Sauce: cook this sweet and smoky copycat recipe in minutes. Perfect for hot dogs, burgers, or as a dipping sauce. Recreate the iconic flavor at home!
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 95
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • salt (to taste)
  • ground black pepper (to taste)

Method
 

  1. Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan.
  2. Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, until boiling.
  3. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves.
  4. Cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

- For extra depth, use a good quality smoked paprika. Its robust flavor is crucial for the authentic J. Dawgs sauce profile.
- Stir the sauce frequently while simmering to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the saucepan and to ensure the sugar dissolves evenly.
- This sauce is fantastic on hot dogs, but also try it on burgers, chicken, or as a dipping sauce for fries! versatility is key!
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.