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Sweet & Smoky BBQ Sauce

Everybody should have an easy BBQ sauce recipe that they can use whenever the mood strikes! This super simple Sweet & Smoky BBQ Sauce contains no refined sugars, is paleo friendly and takes under 20 minutes to put together!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Gluten-free, Paleo
Cuisine: Sauce
Servings: 2 cups
Author: Lexi's Clean Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 15 oz. can tomato sauce
  • 6 oz. can tomato paste
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup coconut palm sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon molasses
  • 1-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne optional
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a large pot and mix together until combined.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, and then reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes or until the bbq sauce has thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 6 months.

Notes

Worcestershire sauce often contains soy, wheat, and sugar, if you can't find a clean brand in your store, omit and add an additional 1/2 tbsp of molasses
Smoked paprika gives this BBQ sauce it's nice smoky flavor!
Yields roughly two cups!