Start by collecting all your ingredients. This makes things easier and ensures you won’t miss any component. You’ll need garlic powder, ketchup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Grab a medium bowl and a whisk.

Carefully measure out each ingredient. Start with the ½ teaspoon of garlic powder. It might seem small, but it packs a punch. Next, add 2 tablespoons of ketchup. It brings that sweet base to the sauce. Follow this with 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard for that lovely kick. Then pour in 2 teaspoons of soy sauce, rounding out the richness. Finally, pour in ½ cup of Worcestershire sauce. This is where the magic really begins to happen.

Using your whisk, mix everything together until it’s well-blended. You should see the ingredients combining, transforming into a rich, dark sauce. If it feels too thick, a splash of water can help adjust the consistency without losing the flavor.

Here comes the fun part! Taste your sauce. Adjust any ingredient if necessary. Maybe you want it tangier? Add a bit more ketchup. Too sweet? A dash more mustard can help. This step allows you to make it your own.

Letting the sauce sit for a while enables the flavors to meld. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for at least an hour. This time allows the ingredients to blend beautifully and enhances the flavor. If you can resist, letting it sit overnight is even better!