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Spicy Barbecue Sauce

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Yields 2 cups

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
1 to 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 to 2 tablespoons peanut butter
1 teaspoon salt
Juice of 2 lemons
1 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons celery seed
2 tablespoons chili powder
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter

Preparation

  1. Bring all ingredients to a boil until peanut butter dissolves. Stir to avoid sticking. Lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

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