Cola-infused barbecue sauce

Cola-infused barbecue sauce recipe videos

Cola-infused barbecue sauce is a sweet and tangy American-style sauce that uses cola as a base to add depth, caramel notes, and a sticky glaze to grilled meats. It typically combines cola with ingredients like ketchup, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and spices such as paprika, garlic, and onion powder. The sauce is popular in backyard cookouts and competitions across the United States.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This sauce is high in carbohydrates, primarily from sugar, with minimal protein and fat. A typical serving provides a quick energy boost and small amounts of minerals like potassium and iron from the tomatoes and spices.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	70 kcal
Protein	0.5 g
Carbs	17 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	15 g
Sodium	320 mg
Potassium	80 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Vitamin C	2 mg
Vitamin A	15 mcg
Calcium	10 mg
Magnesium	5 mg
Phosphorus	15 mg
Zinc	0.1 mg

Per 1/4 cup (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the use of cola in barbecue sauce is a classic example of American culinary innovation, turning a popular soft drink into a versatile cooking ingredient. Nutritionally, it demonstrates how a beverage can contribute to flavor complexity while also significantly increasing the sugar content of a dish.