Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe (Gluten Free)
This homemade BBQ sauce recipe is naturally gluten free, refined sugar free, and made with wholesome ingredients like organic ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, coconut sugar, garlic, and spices. It's sweet, tangy, smoky, and perfect for grilled chicken, baby back ribs, pork chops, burgers, or as a delicious dipping sauce. Skip the store-bought barbecue sauce and make your own in just 15 minutes using simple pantry staples.
Ingredients
- 1 cup organic ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce gluten free
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1 tbsp organic brown mustard
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1/2 tbsp paprika
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, coconut sugar, brown mustard, paprika, onion powder, black pepper, crushed garlic, and water if using. Whisk all of the ingredients together until well combined.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat slightly and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors have blended together.
- Remove from the heat and allow the sauce to cool to room temperature before transferring it to a mason jar or other airtight container. That's it! Your homemade barbecue sauce is ready to use.
Notes
- Use a certified gluten-free Worcestershire sauce if serving anyone with celiac disease.
- Organic ketchup with simple ingredients creates the best flavor.
- If you prefer a smokier sauce, add ½ teaspoon liquid smoke or substitute smoked paprika for regular paprika.
- This sauce thickens as it cools, so don't over-reduce it while simmering.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
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