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How to Make Sugar-Free Barbecue Sauce

  • date April 20, 2026
  • author Sonja Deines
  • What’s better to put on top of ribs, grilled chicken, or a pulled pork sandwich than barbecue sauce? Unfortunately, barbecue sauce is usually full of sugar. Common ingredients include ketchup, maple syrup, brown sugar, and molasses.
  • Do your smile a favor and opt for this sugar-free barbecue sauce instead!
  • How to make sugar-free barbecue sauce
  • Ingredients
  • 3 6 oz cans of tomato paste
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of sugar substitute
  • 1 ½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons yellow mustard
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¾ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 2 bouillon cubes dissolved in ½ cup water
  • Instructions
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent.
  • Add the bouillon in water to the saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and add all remaining ingredients. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, stirring often.
  • Optional: Once the sauce has simmered, set aside and cool completely. Add the sauce to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Note: This sugar-free barbecue sauce will keep in the fridge for about a week and can be kept in the freezer for up to 2 months in an airtight container.