Whole30 Asian BBQ Sauce
Elevate your Whole30 meal plan with this deliciously bold and tangy Asian BBQ Sauce, crafted to be both wholesome and flavor-packed. This recipe combines the umami-rich taste of coconut aminos with the natural sweetness of unsweetened apple sauce and a tangy medley of balsamic and rice vinegars. Freshly grated ginger and minced garlic bring a fragrant punch, while smoked paprika, onion powder, and crushed red pepper flakes add layers of smoky spice. Dark toasted sesame oil ties it all together with a subtle nuttiness, creating a versatile sauce perfect for marinating, dipping, or glazing your favorite grilled meats or vegetables. With 10 minutes of prep and a quick simmer, this Whole30-friendly BBQ sauce delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, making it a must-have addition to your clean-eating arsenal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut aminos
- 0.5 cup unsweetened apple sauce
- 0.25 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon ginger, freshly grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dark toasted sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut aminos, unsweetened apple sauce, balsamic vinegar, and rice vinegar.
Stir in the freshly grated ginger and minced garlic.
Add the onion powder, dark toasted sesame oil, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
Once it begins to simmer, reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Blend the sauce using an immersion blender or transfer to a blender, and blend until smooth.
Transfer the sauce to a jar or container and refrigerate for at least an hour to let the flavors develop fully.
Serve as a marinade, dip, or alongside your favorite grilled meats or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
382 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5464 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 327 mg | 7% | |
*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.
