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Healthy Low-Sugar BBQ Sauce Recipe for Easy Diabetic-Friendly Meals

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A tangy, smoky, and zesty BBQ sauce with almost no sugar, perfect for diabetic-friendly meals and anyone seeking a flavorful low-sugar alternative to traditional BBQ sauces.

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz (170 g) tomato paste
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) Worcestershire sauce (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp stevia powder (or monk fruit sweetener)
  • 1/2 tsp liquid smoke (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 6 oz (170 g) tomato paste and 1 cup (240 ml) water until smooth to avoid lumps. (2 minutes)
  2. Stir in 1/4 cup (60 ml) apple cider vinegar and 2 tbsp (30 ml) Worcestershire sauce to add tang and umami. (1 minute)
  3. Add 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp salt. Whisk thoroughly to evenly distribute spices. (2 minutes)
  4. Stir in 1/2 tsp stevia powder. Adjust sweetness later if desired. (1 minute)
  5. If desired, add 1/2 tsp liquid smoke for extra smokiness and mix carefully. (30 seconds)
  6. Place saucepan over medium-low heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking or burning. Simmer uncovered for 12-15 minutes until thickened. (15 minutes)
  7. Remove from heat and taste. Adjust sweetness with more stevia or brightness with more vinegar. If too thick, stir in 1 tablespoon water to loosen. (2 minutes)
  8. Let sauce cool completely before transferring to a clean jar or airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to two weeks.

Notes

Simmer sauce gently on medium-low heat to avoid burning and to meld flavors. Start with less stevia to avoid bitterness and adjust sweetness after cooking. Liquid smoke is optional but adds a smoky depth. Sauce thickens as it cools; stir or warm before serving if too thick. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or frozen in portions. For a less acidic sauce, add a tiny pinch (1/8 tsp) of baking soda sparingly.

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