Are you craving that mouthwatering, tangy Canadian-style barbecue sauce that has made Swiss Chalet a culinary icon? Get ready to transform your home cooking with this copycat recipe that brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your kitchen! In just 30 minutes, you'll create a sauce so delicious, it'll have your family and friends wondering if you've got a direct line to Swiss Chalet's secret recipe vault.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Canadian
Serves: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients: 1 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup vinegar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon paprika.
- In a medium saucepan, pour in 1 cup of chicken broth and place it over medium heat on the stove.
- Once the chicken broth starts to warm, add 1/2 cup of ketchup to the saucepan, stirring gently to combine the two ingredients.
- Add 1/4 cup of vinegar to the mixture, continuing to stir to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Next, pour in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, followed by 1 tablespoon of brown sugar. Stir until the brown sugar is completely dissolved into the sauce.
- Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1 teaspoon of onion powder, mixing thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly throughout the sauce.
- Finally, add 1/2 teaspoon of paprika for an extra layer of flavor and color. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the sauce to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- After simmering, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool for a few minutes before using or storing.
- This recipe yields approximately 2 cups of barbecue sauce. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Tips
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients to ensure the most authentic flavor possible.
- Stir constantly while simmering to prevent the sauce from burning or sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- For a smoother consistency, you can use an immersion blender to blend the sauce before simmering.
- Adjust the heat by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper if you want a spicier version.
- The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools, so don't worry if it seems slightly thin while cooking.
- For best results, let the sauce cool completely before storing to allow flavors to fully develop.
- This sauce is incredibly versatile - use it as a dipping sauce, marinade, or basting sauce for grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 20kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: g
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg