Basic Barbecue Sauce

About the Recipe

Ingredients

Makes 8 Servings

1 tablespoon (15 mL) olive oil (see notes for oil-free option)
1/2 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons (30 mL) red vinegar
2 tablespoons (18 g) coconut sugar or sweetener of choice
2 teaspoons (5 g) smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup (237 mL) low-sugar low-sodium ketchup

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, add the onion, and saute for 3 minutes until the onion is soft. Add the garlic and red vinegar and saute 1 additional minute until fragrant and the vinegar has cooked off.

   
   
   

2. Add the coconut sugar, paprika, salt, and ketchup and stir to combine. Bring to a bubble and reduce to a simmer for 3 minutes to blend the flavors. Transfer to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. 

   OIL-FREE: Omit the oil and saute the onion in 2 tablespoons water or low-sodium vegetable broth; add more liquid as needed.

   
   
   

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