Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions:

  1. Combine the ketchup, packed brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. Note: Ensure the sugar is packed tight before measuring.
  2. Whisk the mixture vigorously until the sugar granules have fully dissolved and the paste looks glossy.
  3. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Mix until the sauce is uniform in color and texture, with no clumps of powder remaining.
  5. Prepare your protein. If you're using this Ketchup Brown Sugar Glaze for Meatloaf, wait until the loaf is nearly done.
  6. Brush a thick layer of sauce over the top and sides during the last 20 minutes of baking.
  7. For ribs or chicken, apply the sauce in thin layers every 10 minutes to build up a thick crust.
  8. Increase the oven heat or switch to the broiler for the final 2-3 minutes.
  9. Watch closely until the glaze bubbles and develops a deep mahogany hue.
  10. Remove from heat immediately so the sugar doesn't burn.