Sugar Free BBQ Sauce (Keto)

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A Sugar Free BBQ Sauce Just what you need to turn a bland dinner into something great. But where exactly do you find one? It’s not easy to find high-quality, low-carb keto BBQ sauce on the shelves of your local grocery market…and when you do, “sugar-free BBQ sauce” is often code for flavorless and full of artificial ingredients. no thanks.

Before developing this recipe, I thought store-bought sauces Sucralose is the only way to enjoy the sweetness and smokiness – but there’s a better way! This rich, tangy, smoky sugar-free BBQ sauce has been a hit every summer for years, and for good reason.It packs a delicious unsweetened punch that will make your chickensimple BBQ Recipes, or whatever else you’re cooking to the next level. Readers even told me it won a competition. Fire up the grill and start cooking!

Since BBQ sauce is a bit sweet, we swapped out the sugar, high fructose corn syrup, and artificial sweetener for Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend。 This blend provides a super smooth texture to sauces, all with 0g net carbs and sugar-like sweetness.I use it to make Sugar Free Ketchupalso!

Ingredients and Substitutes

This section explains how to choose the best sugar-free barbecue sauce ingredients, what each ingredient does in the recipe, and substitution options.For measurements, see recipe card below.

• ketchup – Gives BBQ sauce a thick, rich texture and natural sweetness. If you don’t have any, you can substitute with triple the amount of tomato paste and simmer longer to thicken.
• apple cider vinegar – Added Don. If you don’t have one, you can substitute white vinegar or lemon juice for a similar acid.
• Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – I use and recommend this exclusively because it dissolves completely unlike others sugar substitute This can make your keto BBQ sauce recipe gritty or crystallize when stored.If you want to use something else, make sure it’s powdered and use mine Sweetener Conversion Table to get the correct amount.
• Worcestershire sauce – Adds umami and a slight sweetness. i like this one,gluten free. Technically, it has trace amounts of sugar, but the entire recipe uses 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce, which is only 1/20 of a tablespoon (like a drop) per serving. You can omit it or substitute a little blackstrap molasses with a little water if you like.
• Liquid Hickory Smoke – For real BBQ flavor, this ingredient works the best – don’t skip it!Many grocery stores sell smoked liquid near other seasonings or condiments, or you can find The one I use online here.
• spices – Like many store-bought brands, this sauce combines smoked paprikasea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, chili (more or less depending on how spicy you like it), and paprika Imparts the perfect flavor.

Variations: Want Brown Sugar Flavor?

Replace half of the Besti Powdered Sweetener with Besti Brown Sugar Substitute! It dissolves easily, tastes just like brown sugar, and has zero net carbs.

How to Make Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce

This section shows how to make tomato BBQ sauce, with step-by-step photos and technical details to help you visualize the process.For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see recipe card below.

1. Combine ingredients. brush all ingredients put together panAdd water last.

Tip: The amount of water will vary.

Start with 1 cup of water and add more water at a time until it reaches a consistency slightly thinner than BBQ sauce. I ended up using about 1 1/2 cups of water, but it depends on how thick your tomato sauce is.

2. Cook less. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low heat. Simmer, stirring frequently, until thickened to your liking.
3. Adjust sweetness and heat. Taste and add more Besti or chilli if desired.

storage instructions

• shop: Place homemade sugar-free BBQ sauce in a mason jar, airtight container, or condiment bottle Up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
• freeze: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 months. You can also freeze in ice cube trays and transfer to freezer bags for individual portions for your favorite recipes.

Best Keto BBQ Sauce Uses

You can’t beat the sweet, smoky, and tart flavors in this sugar-free BBQ sauce recipe. It can add flavor to many dishes! Here are some of my favorite ways to use it:

More Low Carb Sauce Recipes

Keep your sauces free of sugar and fillers with these recipes. If you love this low-carb BBQ sauce, you’ll love these other keto sauces to pair with your favorite low-carb staples:

Sugar Free BBQ Sauce (Keto)

Satisfy your BBQ cravings with this sweet, smoky and tangy sugar-free tomato sauce. It was so easy to make and it won an award!

Prepare: 5 minute

chef: 20 minute

all: 25 minute

Serving Size: 20 (adjust according to recipe)

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1. brush all ingredients put together pan, add water at the end. Start with a cup of water and whisk in a little more at a time until it reaches a consistency *slightly thinner* than BBQ sauce. I ended up using about 1 1/2 cups of water, but it depends on how thick your tomato sauce is.

2. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low heat.Cook slowly, stirring frequently, because 20 minutesor until slightly thickened.

3. Taste and adjust the sweetener or paprika if you prefer a sweeter or spicier sauce. If it’s still thicker than you like, you can add additional water, a tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

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recipe notes

Serving Size: 2 tbsp

• The entire recipe makes 2 1/2 cups.
• The Worcestershire sauce linked in the ingredients list is gluten free. Technically, it has a small amount of sugar, but the entire recipe uses 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce, which is only 1/20 of a tablespoon (like a drop) per serving. This is taking into account the nutritional information and net carbs below. You can even omit it or substitute with a little molasses and a little water if you want, but it will affect the taste.

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

calories 20

fat 0.1g

protein 1 g

total carbohydrates 4.5 grams

net carbs 3.5 grams

fiber 1 g

sugar 3 grams

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