Low Carb Barbecue Sauce
Transform your grilling game with this bold and tangy Low Carb Barbecue Sauce that’s packed with smoky flavor without the sugar! This keto-friendly recipe combines tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of liquid smoke for that irresistible barbecue essence, while sugar-free sweeteners like erythritol or monk fruit provide just the right amount of sweetness. Perfectly balanced with spices like smoked paprika, chili powder, and ground mustard, this quick and easy sauce comes together in just 15 minutes. Whether you're slathering it on ribs, chicken, or veggie skewers, this healthy BBQ sauce delivers big flavor while keeping your carb count low.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 oz Tomato paste
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tbsp Sugar-free sweetener (e.g., erythritol or monk fruit)
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 tsp Ground mustard
- 0.5 tsp Chili powder
- 0.5 tsp Liquid smoke
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (sugar-free)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and water. Stir well until the tomato paste is fully diluted.
Add the sugar-free sweetener, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, chili powder, and liquid smoke. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Stir in the salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to avoid sticking.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken as it cooks.
Taste the barbecue sauce and adjust seasonings as needed (e.g., adding more sweetener for sweetness or vinegar for tanginess).
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Transfer the barbecue sauce to an airtight jar or container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
187 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1513 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1892 mg | 40% | |
*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.
