Homemade Low-Sugar Barbecue Sauce | Delicious & Healthy! | How to Make BBQ Sauce Without Ketchup

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index and adds a caramel flavor.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Maple syrup is a natural sweetener that can replace honey.

Worcestershire sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Liquid aminos provide a similar umami flavor.

smoked paprika

🥗Healthier: regular paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Regular paprika can be used for color without the smoke.

Melt 1 tbsp bacon grease in a sauce pot over medium to high heat.

Add diced half of a Red Onion and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally.

Turn down the heat and add 3 minced cloves of garlic, sweating for about 30 seconds.

Stir in 15 oz of tomato sauce and 1/2 cup of Hard Apple Cider, mixing well.

Add 2 tbsp of molasses and 2 tbsp of honey for sweetness.

Pour in 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce and mix.

Add 1 tsp of hot smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp of black pepper, and 1/2 tsp of salt.

Stir in 1 tbsp of whole grain mustard and 1/4 tsp of liquid smoke.

Add 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar and mix well.

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 to 15 minutes until slightly reduced.

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more sweetness or tanginess.

Blend the sauce if a smoother consistency is desired, or leave it chunky.

Cooking Techniques

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