This Chicago mild sauce recipe delivers a perfect balance of tang, sweetness, and gentle heat. Think of it as the ideal partner for grilled ribs, chicken, or even roasted vegetables—its smooth texture and vibrant orange color make every bite unforgettable.
Inspired by Chicago’s backyard barbecues, this sauce combines ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and just enough hot sauce to leave a pleasant tingle on the tongue. Brown sugar and orange juice round out the flavor with caramel sweetness and citrus brightness. Whip it up in 10 minutes and your grill feast will never be the same.
Ingredients for Chicago Mild Sauce Recipe
Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Chicago Mild Sauce Recipe
In a medium saucepan, whisk together ketchup, apple cider vinegar, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and orange juice until smooth.
Add brown sugar, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Place pan over medium heat and bring mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly.
Simmer and stir for 10 minutes, until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
Transfer to a clean jar or bottle, seal, and refrigerate for up to two weeks.
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Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the heat level.
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For a sweeter sauce, add an extra tablespoon of brown sugar.
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To increase tang, add another tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.
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No orange juice on hand Use pineapple juice for a tropical twist.
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Serve chilled or at room temperature alongside grilled ribs, chicken wings, or roasted vegetables.
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Stir before each use to reincorporate any settled spices.
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4 servings
¼ cup
- Amount per serving
- Calories60
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0g
- Saturated Fat 0g
- Trans Fat 0g
- Monounsaturated Fat 0g
- Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
- Cholesterol 0mg
- Sodium 280mg13%
- Total Carbohydrate 14g6%
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Total Sugars 12g
- Includes 12g Added Sugars24%
- Protein 0g
- Vitamin A 4mcg1%
- Vitamin C 8mg9%
- Calcium 0mg0%
- Iron 0mg0%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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