Low Carb BBQ Sauce Recipe

Prep Time

5 minutes

Total Time

25 minutes

Yield

16
servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup no-sugar-added tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 4 teaspoons sugar-free maple syrup
  • 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
  • 4 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1½ teaspoons chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Serving Size

1 tablespoon

Carbohydrates

2
g

Protein

0
g

Fat

0
g

Calories

7

Everything is better slathered in barbecue sauce. The problem is it's usually pretty sugary, which makes it a bad choice for people on some diets. With this low carb BBQ sauce recipe, you can add some zing to your meals while keeping your blood sugar in check. Great for grilling or a marinade, it's the perfect blend of spicy and sweet, using diabetes-friendly ingredients that enhance rather than overpower your dishes.

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine tomato sauce, vinegar, maple syrup, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, pepper, salt, and cinnamon
  2. Cook over low heat, stirring for 15-20 minutes or until mixture thickens and the color deepens.
  3. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.