How long does homemade BBQ sauce last?

Tomato-based sauces, such as homemade BBQ sauce, will last 5-7 days in the refrigerator in a tightly sealed glass jar.

What is the secret to good barbecue sauce?

The secret to good barbecue sauce is flavor balance. The best barbecue sauces have a combination of savory tomato, tangy vinegar, and a touch of sweetness to balance the acidity. From there, you can add additional seasonings to suit your taste.

What is the base for most barbecue sauce?

Tomato is the base for barbecue sauce. You can use tomato paste, tomato puree, tomato sauce, or ketchup. This recipe uses tomato paste for its thick texture and concentrated flavor.

Homemade Barbecue Sauce

Name: Homemade Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: about ¼ cup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/4 cup tomato paste; 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon coconut aminos; 1 tablespoon raw honey or maple syrup (see notes); 2 teaspoons Bragg Liquid Aminos (see notes); 1 teaspoon raw apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon granulated onion; 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic

Description

The perfect balance of sweet, smoky, tangy, and savory, this homemade barbecue sauce recipe is a healthy alternative to store-bought options. This no-cook condiment is ready to serve in less than 5 minutes.

Ingredients

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1/4 cup tomato paste

1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon coconut aminos

1 tablespoon raw honey or maple syrup (see notes)

2 teaspoons Bragg Liquid Aminos (see notes)

1 teaspoon raw apple cider vinegar

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon granulated onion

1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic

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Instructions

Combine all the ingredients in a small glass or ceramic bowl and whisk until well combined.

Adjust the seasonings to taste before using.

Refrigerate leftover sauce in a sealed glass jar for up to 7 days.

Notes

Substitutions:

· Soy-Free: Omit the Bragg Liquid Aminos and use 1 heaping ¼ teaspoon salt instead.

· Vegan Barbecue Sauce: Use pure maple syrup in place of honey.

· No Added Sugar: Swap the honey for Pure Liquid Monk Fruit Drops to taste (15-20 drops is the rough equivalent).

· Add Heat: Give your homemade barbecue sauce a kick with a little ancho chili, chipotle, or cayenne pepper to taste.

Food Safety: This recipe yields about twice as much as needed to coat 1-2 pounds of barbecue chicken. To avoid contamination, dish out only as much as needed and then brush it onto the meat. Never put the brush back into the barbecue sauce container after it touches raw chicken.