Description
Homemade A1 Steak Sauce brings classic steakhouse flavor straight to kitchen counters with bold, tangy spices. Gourmet cooks can easily craft this zesty condiment, elevating grilled meats and creating restaurant-quality experiences at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups ketchup
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Acidic Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 4 drops hot sauce (Tabasco)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Gather all condiments and spices in a compact saucepan, whisking together ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, hot sauce, salt, ground pepper, and cayenne pepper until thoroughly integrated.
- Position the saucepan over medium heat, continuously stirring the mixture to prevent scorching and ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Once the sauce reaches a gentle bubbling point, reduce heat and maintain a low simmer, allowing the flavors to harmonize and intensify for approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Periodically stir the sauce to prevent potential sticking and promote consistent flavor development throughout the cooking process.
- Remove the saucepan from heat when the sauce reaches a smooth, slightly thickened consistency with a rich, deep color and robust aroma.
- Allow the homemade condiment to cool completely at room temperature, which typically takes about 30-45 minutes.
- Transfer the cooled sauce into a sterilized glass container with an airtight seal, then refrigerate to preserve freshness and enhance flavor complexity.
- For optimal taste, let the sauce rest in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before initial use, allowing the spices to fully meld and develop a more nuanced profile.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting hot sauce and cayenne pepper for personalized spiciness.
- Enhance depth of flavor by using dark brown sugar instead of regular sugar for a richer caramel undertone.
- Create a low-sodium version by selecting reduced-sodium ketchup and omitting added salt.
- Store homemade sauce in glass jars for up to two weeks in the refrigerator, allowing flavors to continue developing over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 32 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 0.4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg