Description
Crafting homemade A1 steak sauce brings classic American condiment magic to kitchen counters. Zesty ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a robust sauce perfect for grilling enthusiasts who crave restaurant-quality flavor at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (120 ml) ketchup
- ¼ cup (60 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup (60 ml) white vinegar
- ¼ cup (60 ml) water
- 2 tbsps Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsps lemon juice
- 2 tbsps soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Preparation: Combine ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, water, mustard, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a compact saucepan, whisking until ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
- Heating: Position the saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring continuously to prevent scorching and promote even flavor distribution. Bring the mixture to a gentle, bubbling state, then immediately reduce temperature to low, establishing a tranquil simmer.
- Simmering: Maintain a consistent, low heat for 12-15 minutes, stirring periodically to encourage flavor melding and prevent ingredient separation. Observe the sauce’s gradual thickening and flavor development, creating a rich, complex profile.
- Cooling and Storage: Remove the saucepan from heat source, allowing the sauce to cool naturally to room temperature. Transfer the homemade condiment into a sterilized glass jar or sealed container, ensuring a tight closure. Refrigerate for a minimum of one hour to intensify flavors.
- Serving: Before use, gently stir the sauce to reincorporate any settled ingredients and achieve a smooth, consistent texture, revealing a vibrant, tangy homemade A1 steak sauce.
Notes
- Prevent Burning: Stir the sauce frequently and adjust heat to medium-low to avoid scorching and ensure even cooking.
- Customize Spice Level: Adjust cayenne pepper amount to control heat intensity, from mild to spicy according to personal preference.
- Smooth Texture Tip: Whisk ingredients thoroughly before heating to eliminate lumps and create a silky, consistent sauce.
- Storage and Shelf Life: Store in airtight glass container in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, allowing flavors to develop and deepen over time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg