A delicious and versatile BBQ sauce perfect for ribs and other grilled dishes.
Combine the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry.
Ensure the slurry is smooth to avoid lumps in the sauce.
In a saucepan, mix the molasses, ketchup, vinegar, and brown sugar.
Stir continuously to dissolve the sugar completely.
Add the liquid smoke, onion powder, chili powder, dry mustard, and garlic powder to the saucepan.
Taste and adjust the seasoning to your preference.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Keep an eye on the sauce to prevent it from boiling over.
Slowly add the slurry to the boiling mixture while stirring.
Add the slurry gradually to control the thickness of the sauce.
Simmer the sauce for an additional 5 minutes until it reaches the desired consistency.
The sauce should coat the back of a spoon when ready.
Cool the sauce and transfer it to an airtight container for storage.
Label the container with the date for easy tracking.