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This uses a sugar free ketchup as its base rather than trying to build tomato flavor from scratch, since that swap alone removes most of the hidden sugar found in a typical BBQ sauce without sacrificing the familiar tangy tomato foundation. Simmering it a bit longer than a regular sauce helps it thicken naturally, since there's no added sugar here to help the reduction along.
Per serving
15kcal
Calories
3g
Carbs
1g
Sugar
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
25 min
Servings
10 people
Difficulty
easy
Follow step-by-step with voice guidance.
In a saucepan, combine the sugar free ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and granulated sugar substitute.
Add the Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
Whisk until smooth.
Bring to a gentle simmer over medium low heat.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 to 25 minutes, until thickened.
Taste and adjust the sweetness or tanginess with more sweetener or vinegar as needed.
Let cool slightly before transferring to a jar and storing in the fridge.
Start With Sugar Free Ketchup: This single swap removes most of the hidden sugar typically found in BBQ sauce without giving up its familiar tangy tomato base. Simmer a Bit Longer Than a Regular Sauce: Without added sugar to help it along, this sauce needs a longer reduction time to reach a properly thick, clingy consistency. Check the Worcestershire Sauce Label: Some brands contain added sugar, so look for one with minimal or no sugar to keep this recipe fully low carb.
Most grocery stores carry a sugar free or keto friendly ketchup option, typically sweetened with a sugar substitute, near the regular ketchup in the condiment aisle.
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