To a medium sauce pan, add all ingredients except ketchup. Stir and bring to a boil over medium heat.
1 cup white vinegar, ¾ cup brown sugar, 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 Tablespoon lemon juice, ½ Tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, Splash of sambal oelek or your favorite hot sauce
Reduce until sugar is fully dissolved.
Pour in the ketchup, stir, and remove from heat.
1 cup ketchup
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
For heat, add cayenne pepper and/or sambal oelek — adjust to taste.
Other spicy options: chili powder, hot paprika, or curry powder