How do you make a BBQ sauce less sweet? Add lemon?

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asked by Ron S about 5 years ago

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kbckitchen

added about 5 years ago

Depends on other ingredients. More tomato sauce? More mustard? Ive sometimes solved that problem with a bit of soy sauce

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ChefOno

added about 5 years ago

Vinegar, the apple cider variety would be a good choice.

Tamarind paste.

added about 5 years ago

I agree with the vinegar addition. Cut back on the sweet ingredient, probably brown sugar, and add more vinegar.

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chef of the future 2000

added about 5 years ago

I would also try adding some spice to offset the sweet. Chili powder or fresh chilies, onion, or shallots add a nice compliment to sweet flavor profile.

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