BASIC LOW SODIUM BARBECUE SAUCE

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This is a very flavorful bq sauce that has approximately 250 mg of sodium for the entire 3 cups!!! Most store bought sauces have over 400mg of sodium per 1-2 Tablespoons. This recipe was upgrade on 9/24/11 (For lower sugar use apple cider vinegar instead of balsamic vinegar)

Provided by Lynn Socko

Categories     Other Sauces

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 28

BASIC SAUCE
1 15 oz. bottle of catsup (zero sodium)
1 8 oz can tomato sauce, no salt added (20 mg sodium)
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1/2 c molasses....160 mg sodium
1 1/2 tsp mesquite or hickory liquid smoke....10mg sodium
1 tsp bold & spicy mustard....60 mg sodium
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp cumin
1 tsp onion granules or powder
2 tsp garlic granules or powder
2 tsp balsamicvinegar (use apple cider vinegar for lower sugar)
1 tsp sraricha hot sauce or chipotle chili powder
BUTTERY HONEY SAUCE
2 c basic sauce
1 stick unsalted butter
1/4 c honey
SOUTHWEST FLAVORS SAUCE
2 c basic sauce
1 Tbsp southwest spice rub-zero sodium
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp chipotle chili powder for added heat if desired
SPICY MAPLE HONEY SAUCE
1 c basic sauce
1/2 c real maple syrup
1/2 c honey
1 tsp chipotle chili powder (no sodium)
1/4-1/2 c finely chopped pecans, opt

Steps:

  • 1. Pour ketchup into med. sauce pan, add all ingredients. Simmer for about 30 min.
  • 2. For BUTTERY HONEY sauce: Melt a stick of butter in small sauce pan, once melted add 2 c. of this low sodium BBQ sauce and 1/4 c. of honey. Stir and heat for about 5 min.
  • 3. For SOUTHWEST sauce: Mix ingredients together and simmer for 5 min.
  • 4. For SPICY MAPLE HONEY sauce: Mix ingredients together, simmer for 5 min. Add pecans when sauce cools.

Lazarion Patterson
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I give this sauce two thumbs up!


Kojirion Fox
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This sauce is a must-try for any barbecue lover.


Deborah Benson HTD
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I would definitely recommend this sauce to anyone looking for a low-sodium barbecue sauce.


Baker Siddiq
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This sauce is a great value for the price.


Seleka Gathercole
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I also use this sauce as a marinade for my meats. It always turns out tender and juicy.


Sanjana Tamrakar
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This sauce is a great way to add flavor to grilled chicken, pork, or fish.


Malaesia Hawkins
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I've tried a lot of low-sodium barbecue sauces, but this one is by far the best.


William Mcgough
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This sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


GAMER SMG
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I love that this sauce is made with all-natural ingredients. I feel good about feeding it to my family.


Maya Bhai
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This recipe is so easy to follow. I had it ready in less than 30 minutes.


Stephanie Sallie
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I made this sauce for my family's barbecue last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved the smoky, tangy flavor. Even my picky kids couldn't get enough of it.


Md Killer
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This low-sodium barbecue sauce is a game-changer! I've always loved barbecue sauce, but I've had to limit my intake because of my high blood pressure. This recipe allows me to enjoy the delicious flavor of barbecue sauce without the guilt.