Bold and Tangy, this Keto BBQ Sauce recipe brings huge barbecue flavor.
Make this Southern style BBQ sauce to use as a marinade, and for basting or dipping all of your favorite low carb meat dishes.
Your keto BBQ game is going to be amazing with this delicious sauce by your side. Drizzle on servings of Keto Cheeseburger Casserole or Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole to give them a smoky, bbq flavor.
Store bought barbecue sauces are often filled with tons of sugar, but sugar isn't needed when you have a Keto BBQ Sauce recipe with this much rich, tangy, savory flavor.
The keto bbq sauces that I've bought to try have been too sweet for me. I actually find that the less sugar I eat, the less sweet foods I like! So this non sweet sauce is perfect.
BBQ Sauce is delicious added into or on top of Keto Meatloaf or Keto Meatballs. You can even use it to make a BBQ chicken pizza with our keto pizza crust recipe.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- You can enjoy bragging rights at your next backyard party when you tell everyone that you made this from scratch.
- It's fast and easy to make. Ready in 15 minutes with ingredients you probably already have on hand.
- There is no added sugar, and no sugar alternatives in this recipe, however you can add a bit if you prefer.
- This recipe is sugar free, low carb, gluten free, paleo, Whole30, and vegan.
We use it when making our keto bbq chicken casserole.
Key ingredients
Balsamic Vinegar - The deep flavor of balsamic adds a ton of character, don’t skip this!
Apple Cider Vinegar - Another flavor must in this recipe – apple cider vinegar gives the perfect tang.
Coconut Aminos - For a hit of umami. I use coconut aminos in this recipe to keep it gluten free. If gluten, wheat, or soy aren't foods you avoid, then you can use regular or low sodium soy sauce in place of the coconut aminos in this recipe.
Paprika - Adds flavor, spice, and color.
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Keto Chicken Wings are irresistible when coated with this savory, tangy sauce.
How to make Keto BBQ sauce
- Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat until it starts to boil.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer. Reduce heat and continue simmering, stirring often, until the sauce has thickened a bit.
- Use right away or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the recipe below.
A side of this sauce goes with all of your grilled meats, like keto hamburgers, sausages, or Keto Pork Chops.
Variations
There are so many ways that you can edit this sugar free bbq sauce recipe to make it your own. Try one of these variations to suit your own barbecue preferences.
- Smokey, reduce the balsamic vinegar to 2 tablespoons, add 2 tablespoons granulated sweetener like Lakanto, and 1 teaspoon of liquid smoke.
- Spicy, add 2-3 tablespoons of dried chili peppers and reduce the balsamic vinegar to 3 tablespoons.
- Sweet, reduce the balsamic to 2 tablespoons and add 2-3 tablespoons granulated sweetener like Lakanto.
Storage instructions
Storage instructionsWill stay fresh in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or up to 3 months in the freezer.
Make a double batch of this recipe so that you always have it on hand to add to your meat dishes.
What to Serve with Keto BBQ
Don't forget dessert, try our Keto Lemon Cake.
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📖 Recipe
Keto BBQ Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 6-oz. can tomato sauce
- 4 oz. filtered water
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat until it starts to boil.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring often.
- Use right away or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- This recipe is a tangy, southern style keto BBQ sauce.
- Smokey, reduce the balsamic vinegar to 2 tablespoons, add 2 tablespoons granulated sweetener like Lakanto, and 1 teaspoon of liquid smoke.
- Spicy, add 2-3 tablespoons of dried chili peppers and reduce the balsamic vinegar to 3 tablespoons.
- Sweet, reduce the balsamic to 2 tablespoons and add 2-3 tablespoons granulated sweetener like Lakanto.
- Will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or up to 3 months in the freezer.
Karen
We made this sauce to have with wings that we made in the air fryer! It was really, really, good. I agree, most of the bottled keto bbq sauces I've tried have been too sweet. This sauce had lots of tangy flavor.