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Healthy Low Sugar BBQ Sauce

Sweet, tangy, sticky and oh so good homemade BBQ sauce that's ready for you to slather on everything and enjoy guilt free! This is the best healthy BBQ sauce recipe!
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy BBQ Sauce, Healthy BBQ Sauce, Homemade BBQ Sauce, Low Sugar BBQ Sauce
Servings: 8
Calories: 50kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 Onion Chopped
  • 2-3 Cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 Cup Tomato Sauce
  • 3/4 Cup Water
  • 1/3 Cup Maple Syrup Sugar Free
  • 4 Tbsp Light Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp Molasses
  • 1 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 Tsp Paprika
  • 0.5 Tsp Chili Powder
  • 2 Tsp Soy Sauce OR Liquid Aminos
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • Dash of Pepper

Optional

  • 3 Drops Liquid Smoke

Instructions

  • Preheat a sauce pan over medium heat and cook the chopped onion for 7 to 10 minutes until its starting to caramelize in the pan and has a caramel color. 
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, stir constantly so the garlic does not burn. The add 1/4 cup of water. 
  • Add the remaining ingredients: Tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, molasses, paprika, chili powder, soy sauce, light brown sugar, and salt and pepper. Add another 1/2 cup of water at this time. Stir well to combine. 
  • Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes stirring occasionally. 
  • Let cool, and then add the sauce to a blender or food processor. Mix well, pour into an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. 

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 4Tbsp | Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.2g | Protein: 1.1g | Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 1.2g | Sugar: 4.9g
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