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Barbecue Sauce
Bbq Sauce is a sauce that goes on top of meat that has been barbqued. The base includes tomoatos and vinegar. It can range from being sweet to spicy adding flavor to the meat.
Barbecue Sauce Pairs With:
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Barbecue Sauce Properties:
| Food Property | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Flavor Profile | Sweet | Barbecue sauce typically has a sweet flavor profile due to the addition of sugars like molasses or brown sugar. |
| Sour | Some barbecue sauces may have a slightly sour flavor, often from the addition of vinegar or citrus juices. | |
| Salty | Barbecue sauce commonly contains salt to enhance the overall flavor and balance out the sweetness. | |
| Umami | Certain ingredients in barbecue sauce, such as Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce, contribute to its umami flavor profile. | |
| Nutritional Value | Macronutrients | Barbecue sauce may contain carbohydrates from sugars, proteins from ingredients like soy sauce, and minimal fats. |
| Micronutrients | Depending on the ingredients used, barbecue sauce may provide small amounts of micronutrients like vitamins and minerals. | |
| Color | Natural Pigments | Ingredients like tomatoes or spices can contribute to the natural red or brown color of barbecue sauce. |
| Aroma | Volatile Compounds | The aroma of barbecue sauce is derived from various volatile compounds released during cooking and blending of ingredients. |
| Chemical Composition | Acidity/Alkalinity (pH) | Barbecue sauce typically has a slightly acidic pH level due to ingredients like vinegar or citrus juices. |
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