Diabetic Barbecue Sauce
Transform your backyard cookouts with this tangy, sugar-free Diabetic Barbecue Sauce, specially crafted to suit low-carb and diabetic-friendly diets. Bursting with flavor from unsweetened tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and an aromatic blend of spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and ground mustard, this easy-to-make recipe delivers all the smoky sweetness you love—without the added sugar. Sweetened naturally with stevia or erythritol, it offers a guilt-free way to enhance grilled meats, vegetables, or even as a dipping sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, this low-sodium, customizable barbecue sauce is perfect for health-conscious grilling enthusiasts looking to savor bold, satisfying flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 ounces Tomato paste (unsweetened)
- 0.3333 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.3333 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Stevia or erythritol (granulated, sugar-free sweetener)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (low-sodium and no sugar added)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Liquid smoke (optional, for smoky flavor)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and water. Whisk until smooth.
Add the sugar-free sweetener, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, ground mustard, and liquid smoke to the pan. Stir well to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the barbecue sauce cook for about 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning and to allow the flavors to meld.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed. Add a pinch of salt if desired, but keep it minimal for a low-sodium recipe.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Transfer the sauce to a clean, airtight jar or container. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Serve as a dipping sauce, glaze, or marinade for your favorite dishes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 677 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 113 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1472 mg | 31% | |
*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.
