Swiss Chalet BBQ Sauce

Swiss Chalet BBQ Sauce is a very distinctive and popular barbecue sauce. This sauce has a rich taste, with a mixture of sweet and salty, a slight sour taste and spice, and distinct layers, which can add a rich and unique flavor to barbecue ingredients. 

The Origin of Swiss Chalet BBQ Sauce

It is a specific American barbecue sauce recipe that originated in the U.S. This barbecue sauce is characterized by a rich flavor, sweet and spicy, suitable for a variety of grilled meats, especially in American barbecue. 

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 710 ml water (3 cups)
• 60ml tomato juice (1/4 cup)
• 1-2 chicken stock cubes
• 1.5 teaspoons red bell pepper powder
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon minced dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon parsley flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/8 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1 pinch nutmeg powder
• 1 bay leaf
• 3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 6 drops American chili sauce
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1.5 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon butter

How to Make Swiss Chalet BBQ Sauce

1. Measure 710 ml of water, tomato juice into a saucepan and add the chicken stock cube .
2. Combine the sugar, salt, basil, parsley, thyme, ginger, mustard powder, onion powder, sage, marjoram, bay leaves, and nutmeg , then stir into the saucepan along with the Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce .
3. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly to combine, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5 minutes .
4. Remove the bay leaves from the sauce and stir in the lemon juice .
5. Stir together the cornflour and 1.5 tablespoons of water and pour into the pot. Stir and cook, stirring constantly , for a few minutes until the mixture boils and thickens .
6. Add the butter and cook for two minutes more to finish.

Recipe Tips from the Chef

• The container for storing barbecue sauce must be clean, free of water and oil, otherwise the sauce will easily deteriorate. 
• Be sure to stir the sauce continuously when cooking. This not only prevents it from sticking to the pan, but also allows the various seasonings to be fully mixed and evenly blended, making the flavors more integrated. 

Serving Suggestions

It is a perfect partner for grilled ingredients. When grilling meat, such as steak, pork chops, chicken, lamb kebabs, etc., you can apply barbecue sauce several times during the grilling process. It can also be used for seafood grilling, such as grilled shrimp, grilled squid, grilled salmon, etc.

Storage and Make-Ahead Tips

• Refrigerate – Store in a clean, airtight container for 1 – 2 months. Stir before use. 
• Room temperature – Room temperature storage is not recommended. 

Recipe FAQs

Why does homemade barbecue sauce taste bitter? : It may be because the fire is too high, causing it to burn and produce bitterness. When frying, pay attention to controlling the heat, preferably medium heat, and stir constantly.