A Southern family tradition: the secret behind Grammie's authentic Memphis BBQ sauce

Grammie's Memphis BBQ Sauce Recipe - Glen And Friends Cooking · 9:43 · Video: Glen And Friends Cooking · Watch at the source

In short: Discover the origins of a classic Memphis-style barbecue sauce recipe that traveled North in the 1960s. This video shares the original preparation method passed down through the presenter's family, offering a glimpse into traditional Southern cooking techniques.

The recipe, which the presenter's mother prepared annually, relies on a slow-cooking process to develop its flavor profile. The ingredients include Worcestershire sauce, crushed garlic, chili powder, and cayenne pepper.

To achieve the proper consistency and depth, the sauce must be cooked very slowly for four hours before being cooled and strained. The specific measurements provided in the original recipe call for 2.5 ounces of Worcestershire sauce, three crushed garlic cloves, and a rounded half-tablespoon of chili powder, with later adjustments noting a full small bottle of Worcestershire, 2.5 tablespoons of chili powder, and one tablespoon of cayenne pepper.

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