Best 7 Keto Barbecue Sauce Recipes

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If you're a fan of barbecue sauce but are following a keto diet, finding a low-carb option can be a challenge. Traditional barbecue sauces are often loaded with sugar and other high-carb ingredients. However, with a few simple substitutions, you can easily create a delicious and satisfying keto barbecue sauce that is perfect for your favorite grilled meats and vegetables. Whether you prefer a tangy, smoky, or sweet sauce, these keto-friendly recipes will provide you with the perfect complement to your next barbecue feast.

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KETO BBQ SAUCE - SWEET & LOW CARB WITH A SMOKEY FLAVOR



Keto BBQ Sauce - Sweet & Low Carb with a Smokey Flavor image

This Keto BBQ Sauce Recipe is a super simple recipe that turns meat dishes into a delicios party in your mouth.

Provided by Matt

Categories     Condiments

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 oz sugar free tomato sauce
4 tbsp worcestershire sauce (Make sure theres no sugar on label)
4 tbsp apple cider vinegar (With the mother)
4 tsp liquid smoke flavor
2 tsp salt
2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic (crushed)
1/2 tsp cayenne powder (Optional to taste)
1/4 tsp stevia powder (Or your choice of sweetener, add slowly till taste.)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.
  • Place on stove over medium heat and lightly simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Allow to cool and jar or put in a serving dish

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 10 ml, Calories 9 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Sodium 221 mg

LOW CARB BBQ SAUCE



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Homemade keto barbecue sauce flavored with maple and liquid smoke.

Provided by Megha Barot

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup Water
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 1/2 tbsp sugar free maple syrup
2 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp Onion powder
1/2 tsp liquid smoke
1 tsp worcestershire sauce
Pink Himalayan Salt

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients in sauce pan over high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Once boiling, turn heat down to a simmer. Allow to simmer for an hour while stirring frequently.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 11 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LOW CARB BBQ SAUCE



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It's tough to find a good barbecue sauce in the stores without added sugar. But, it's so simple to make your own from common ingredients you likely have in your kitchen.

Provided by Lisa MarcAurele

Categories     Condiment

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces canned tomato sauce
1 Tablespoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 Tablespoon chili powder
2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (with no added sugar)
2 Tablespoons mustard (dijon or regular)
1/8 teaspoon stevia concentrated powder (or 1/4 teaspoon liquid (see note))
1/4 teaspoon monk fruit concentrated powder (or 1/2 teaspoon liquid (see note))
2 teaspoons liquid smoke (optional for smokey flavor)
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together in small sauce pan.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce to low and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. If desired, cook boneless skinless meat in the sauce and shred for BBQ pulled pork or chicken.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Tbsp, Calories 13 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Sodium 362 mg, Sugar 1 g

LOW CARB SUGAR-FREE BBQ SAUCE RECIPE - KETO & GLUTEN-FREE



Low Carb Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce Recipe - Keto & Gluten-Free image

This keto low carb BBQ sauce recipe is sweet, smoky, spicy & tangy in one. If you want a super easy, sugar-free barbecue sauce that tastes delicious, this is it. Only 5 minutes prep time!

Provided by Maya | Wholesome Yum

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 6-oz cans Tomato paste
1/2 cup Apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ((to taste))
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (*)
1 tbsp Liquid hickory smoke
2 tsp Smoked paprika
1 tsp Garlic powder
1/2 tsp Onion powder
1/2 tsp Sea salt
1/4 tsp Chili powder
1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper ((or more if you like it hot))
1 1/2 cup Water ((approximate amount - see instructions))

Steps:

  • Whisk all ingredients together in a saucepan, adding the water last. Start with a cup of water, then whisk in a bit more at a time, until it reaches a consistency *slightly thinner* than barbecue sauce. I ended up using about 1 1/2 cups of water, but it will vary depending on how thick your tomato paste is.
  • Bring to a gentle boil at medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low. Simmer, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
  • Taste and adjust sweetener or cayenne pepper if you prefer the sauce to be sweeter or spicier. If it's still thicker than you like, you can stir in additional water, a tablespoon at a time, until reaching desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20 kcal, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.02 g, Sodium 99 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 0.06 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LOW CARB BBQ SAUCE- KETO FRIENDLY



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Our most requested low carb keto friendly recipe yet!

Provided by Melissa

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup Sukrin Gold brown sugar substitute OR sweetener of your choice
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons real butter
1 can tomato paste- 6 oz
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dry yellow mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
1 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional

Steps:

  • In a sauce pan over medium, add sweetener, vinegars and water. Mix until sweetener is dissolved.
  • Add tomato paste and remaining ingredients. Stir until fully combined. Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer.
  • Let simmer about 15 minutes to incorporate all ingredients and build flavor.
  • NOTES*
  • If you like a thinner sauce, add a touch more water until desired thickness is reached.
  • If you like a more sour sauce, add a little more vinegar.
  • Go easy with the liquid smoke, a little goes a long way!
  • This recipe is very easily adaptable to different sweeteners. Using a white sweetener will result in a sauce that is more red in color.
  • The butter makes a nice glossy finish and helps the sauce adhere to whatever you brush it on.
  • Store in pint sized mason jar refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Fat 1 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 0 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 Tbsp, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat

TANGY, BOLD KETO BBQ SAUCE



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This keto bbq sauce delivers a bold tangy-sweet taste up front bolstered with onion and garlic, then finishes with a gentle heat on the back of the tongue. No added sugars!

Provided by Kim Hardesty

Categories     Basics

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 oz tomato paste (in a 6 oz can) ((170 g))
2 cans water (use the tomato paste can) ((12 oz/ 340 g))
1/2 can apple cider vinegar (use the can to measure) ((3 oz/ 85 g))
1/2 can red wine vinegar (use the can to measure) ((3 oz/ 85 g))
1/3 cup Low carb brown sugar
1/2 cup diced onion ((2 oz/ 57 g))
1 tsp minced garlic ((1 large clove))
1/8 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp dried thyme
3/4 tsp ground chipotle pepper
1 tsp Hickory Liquid Smoke
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
4 tbsp butter ((to be added after cooking))

Steps:

  • Add the first 10 ingredients into a medium saucepan and simmer for 45 minutes (or longer if you prefer a thicker sauce).
  • Measure the remaining ingredients into the BBQ sauce and blend with a stick blender (or use a blender) until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings. Taste the next day and adjust further as it will mellow upon cooling. This results in a tangy sauce. (SEE BELOW FOR A VARIATION.)
  • Cool completely, pour into a clean air tight container, and refrigerate up to 10 days.
  • VARIATION: Saute the onions and garlic in 1 tbsp butter until softened, then add the rest of the ingredients. Add the remaining butter after cooking. This results in a more mellow flavored sauce.
  • Makes 2 1/2 - 3 cups. Serving size is 2 tbsp and is 1 net carb per serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28 kcal, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Protein 0.33 g, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Sugar 1.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

KETO BARBECUE SAUCE



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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.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

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

Steps:

  • 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.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 99.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweeteners: Use low-carb sweeteners like erythritol, stevia, or monk fruit to keep the sauce sugar-free and keto-friendly.
  • Use a variety of spices: Experiment with different spices and herbs to create a flavorful and complex sauce. Popular choices include paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: Feel free to adjust the ingredients and proportions to suit your taste preferences. You can also add other ingredients like chopped bacon, diced jalapenos, or a splash of apple cider vinegar for a unique twist.
  • Make a large batch: Keto barbecue sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or frozen for up to 3 months. This makes it a convenient option for busy weeknights or backyard barbecues.

Conclusion:

With a little planning and creativity, you can easily enjoy delicious and flavorful barbecue sauce on a keto diet. These recipes offer a variety of options to suit your taste preferences, whether you prefer a classic, smoky flavor or something with a bit more heat. So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy your favorite grilled meats, vegetables, and sides with a guilt-free barbecue sauce that won't derail your keto goals.

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