Diabetic Bar B Q Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this flavorful and diabetes-friendly Bar-B-Q sauce that's as versatile as it is delicious! Made with no-sugar-added tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of liquid stevia, this healthier BBQ sauce delivers the perfect balance of tangy, smoky, and sweet flavors without the added sugars. A blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cinnamon creates a rich, savory profile that complements any grilled dish, from chicken to vegetables. Ready in just 20 minutes, this low-carb, gluten-free sauce is ideal as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce. Perfect for anyone seeking a guilt-free way to enjoy classic barbecue flavors, this recipe is a must-have for your cooking repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 ounces Tomato paste (no sugar added)
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1.5 teaspoons Liquid stevia (or preferred sugar substitute)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and water. Stir until smooth.
Add the liquid stevia, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, cinnamon, ground mustard, and liquid smoke (if using). Whisk all the ingredients together until well combined.
Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add a bit more liquid stevia, 1/4 teaspoon at a time, to suit your taste.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the BBQ sauce cool to room temperature.
Use immediately as a glaze, dipping sauce, or marinade, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 302 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.0 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1830 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
