Homemade Sweet Barbecue Sauce
Try this Homemade Sweet Barbecue Sauce recipe, or contribute your own.
Try this Homemade Sweet Barbecue Sauce recipe, or contribute your own.
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup organic tomato sauce i use kirkland brand
- 1/3 cup raw organic honey
- 1/4 cup organic red wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp organic tomato paste i use kirkland brand
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 3/4 tsp natural liquid smoke
- 1/4 tsp minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp all spice
- Carbohydrate 1.98308315533344 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 0.47220196488835 g
- Fiber 0.967129994554907 g
- Protein 0.483774967193775 g
- Saturated Fat 0.0761987143173086 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (8g)
- Sodium 908.030553032906 mg
- Sugar 1.01595316077853 g
- Trans Fat 0.0656873795674194 g
- Calories 11 calories
Step-by-step
- Combine all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk.
- Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and reduced by half.
Can honey be swapped out when making a tomato-based glaze without losing the necessary viscosity? Honey provides both sweetness and thickness. Pure maple syrup or agave nectar serve as direct one-to-one volume substitutes. These alternatives behave similarly under heat. They caramelize at roughly 320 degrees Fahrenheit, which helps develop a deep color during simmering.
Managing Acid and Umami Substitutions
Red wine vinegar supplies sharp acidity to balance the raw honey and tomato sauce. Apple cider vinegar offers a direct 1:1 replacement if red wine vinegar is unavailable. Coconut aminos add savory depth while keeping the sauce soy-free and gluten-free. Tamari works as an equal volume swap if sodium content is not a dietary concern. Whisk the ingredients thoroughly before heating to disperse the fine spices like cayenne and allspice evenly through the thick tomato paste base.
Evaluating Sauce Reduction Viscosity
Simmering concentrates the tomato solids and sugars over medium heat. Watch for visual cues instead of relying on internal temperature probes. The sauce reaches proper doneness when it coats the back of a metal spoon cleanly. A finger drawn through the sauce on the spoon should leave a distinct, holding track. Store the finished condiment in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
