The Ultimate Barbecue Sauce
This ultimate barbecue sauce, made with passata, onions, Demerara sugar and smoked paprika, is a rich, sticky condiment prepared entirely in the Thermomix. The TM7 chops, simmers and emulsifies the ingredients into a glossy sauce without splattering on the hob, making it ideal for grilling season and batch cooking.
About this recipe
The Ultimate Barbecue Sauce Thermomix TM7 recipe delivers a smoky, sticky, homemade BBQ sauce that beats any supermarket bottle. Built on passata, tomato purée and golden syrup, balanced with malt vinegar and Demerara sugar, and seasoned with smoked paprika and chilli powder, this sauce develops a deep, caramelised flavour as it simmers in the mixing bowl. Searching for barbecue sauce recipes for your all-in-one kitchen machine ends here: the TM7 chops the onions finely, weighs the Worcestershire and soy sauces directly into the bowl, and heats the mixture gently while stirring automatically, so nothing catches or splatters. It is the perfect condiment for summer grilling, burger nights and meal prep sessions, and it also makes a thoughtful homemade gift in sterilised jars. Once tasted, this versatile glaze will become a permanent fixture in your fridge door.
Preparation tips
- For a smoother finish, blend the sauce a little longer at the end of cooking so the onions disappear completely; for a chunky, rustic texture, stop blending earlier and leave small pieces visible for character.
- Sterilise glass jars before filling and store the cooled barbecue sauce in the fridge for several weeks; the vinegar and sugar act as natural preservatives, making it ideal for batch cooking and gifting.
- Brush the sauce onto ribs, chicken wings or burgers only during the final minutes of grilling, as the golden syrup and Demerara sugar caramelise quickly and can burn over direct flame.
Recipe variations
- For a hotter version, increase the chilli powder and add a splash of hot sauce or chopped fresh chillies with the smoked paprika; taste after simmering so the heat does not overpower the sweetness of the Demerara sugar.
- For a fruitier, festive variation, stir in a few tablespoons of apricot jam or grated apple with the passata, giving a glossy, sweet glaze that pairs beautifully with Christmas ham or winter roasts.
Why this recipe works
Achieve the perfect balance of smoky and sweet with this Ultimate Barbecue Sauce. For those who demand flawless results, the Thermomix TM7 is your secret ingredient. Its precision temperature control and constant stirring ensure a lump-free, velvety texture over the two-hour cook. You won’t need to worry about burning or uneven reduction; the TM7 handles the technicalities so you can enjoy a professional-standard sauce with a depth of flavour that tastes exactly as intended every single time.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- The TM7 chops the onions into fine, even pieces in seconds, releasing their sweetness without a single tear. [Multi-Function]
- Precision weighing lets you add the Demerara sugar and malt vinegar directly into the bowl, with no sticky measuring spoons to wash. [Precision Control]
- The Thermomix grinds the smoked paprika and chilli powder blend evenly, distributing warm spice throughout every spoonful of sauce. [Multi-Function]
- Gentle heating simmers the passata and golden syrup slowly while stirring automatically, preventing the sugars from catching on the base. [Hands-Free]
- Continuous mixing emulsifies the Worcestershire and soy sauces into a glossy, stable barbecue sauce that never separates in the jar. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- passata
- onions
- Demerara sugar
- malt vinegar
- tomato purée
- golden syrup
- Worcestershire sauce
- soy sauce
- smoked paprika
- chilli powder