Keto Barbecue Sauce

Sugar-free, low-carb, tangy, spicy--this is a base barbecue sauce that you may make sweeter, if you like, or spicier, or both! Store in a Mason jar and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 29 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups water
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon hickory-flavored liquid smoke
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon mustard
• 2 (6 ounce) cans sugar-free tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon gluten-free Worcestershire sauce

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Whisk together tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, fish sauce, liquid smoke, paprika, smoked paprika, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, cinnamon, and water in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Bring to a boil while stirring frequently, then reduce heat to a simmer.

Step 2

Stir frequently and let simmer, uncovered, until desired thickness is achieved, about 20 minutes. Season with cayenne pepper. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.