Easy, Keto Low-Carb Homemade BBQ Sauce is the best sugar-free recipe for keto-friendly lifestyles. This recipe uses sugar-free ketchup, crushed tomatoes, apple cider vinegar, and herbs and spices to create the perfect sauce that is practically carb-free!
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I like in Kansas City, Missouri. We are very picky about our sauce here. It really has to have the perfect flavor profile.
Can I Eat BBQ Sauce on Keto?
Is BBQ sauce allowed? Yes. I have not found a store brand of BBQ sauce that is suitable and does not have added sugar. So I decided to create my own! If you use ingredients that do not contain added sugar, this sauce will work perfectly for the keto lifestyle.
How to Make Keto BBQ Sauce From Scratch
- Combine crushed tomatoes, unsweetened ketchup, sweetener, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, paprika, chili powder, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and 2 tablespoons of water in a saucepan on medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to low and cover the pan.
- Simmer for 5-8 minutes.
What Sauces are Low in Carbs?
The best low carb sauces are olive oil, fresh squeezed lemon, etc. I also have a Homemade Keto Ranch Dressing you should check out!
How to Thicken the Sauce
The crushed tomatoes used in this recipe will naturally thicken the BBQ sauce. If you would like your sauce a little thicker, combine 1 teaspoon of xantham gum with water and add it to the sauce.
How Long Will it Keep and Last in the Fridge?
I recommend storing it up to two weeks in the fridge. If you need it beyond that you can freeze it. Check out this post on How Long You Can Keep Opened Condiments.
Recipes to Make Using the Sauce
Instant Pot Pulled Pork
Air Fryer Ribs
Instant Pot Ribs
Instant Pot Pulled Chicken
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Keto Low Carb Brown Gravy
Keto Cocktail Sauce
Keto Low-Carb Marinara Sauce
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You will also enjoy my Homemade BBQ Seasoning and Rub.
Easy, Keto Low-Carb Homemade BBQ Sauce
Ingredients
- ½ cup crushed tomatoes
- ⅓ cup unsweetened ketchup I used Primal Kitchen Organic Ketchup
- ½ cup sweetener
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons water optional to thin the sauce if needed
Instructions
- Place a saucepan on medium-high heat. Add all of the ingredients to the pan and stir.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. Simmer for 5-8 minutes.
- Remove the cover and stir the sauce. I like thick BBQ sauce. If the sauce is too thick for your liking, add 2 tablespoons of water and stir. To continue to add an additional tablespoon of water until the sauce reaches your desired texture.
Tayler Ross says
I just love homemade sauces, and this one is great!
Jennifer Farley says
This is so easy to prep and so delicious!
Bernice "BC" Marks says
I am not getting the carb count on the BBQ sauce just the calories. i want to try this! Let me know.
staysnatched says
Hi there, It's at the top of the post as well.
Marlene says
I just made this for barbecue ribs. Only a couple of small changes - I used Ancho Chili and only 1 tbsp of swerve. It has some heat and is darn good. Thanks for the recipe
staysnatched says
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing!
Stephanie says
The video showed you adding liquid smoke but the recipe doesn't have it listed with an amount. Do you add that and if so how much?
staysnatched says
Thanks for catching! It's 1 teaspoon.
Patti says
Can I can this?
staysnatched says
Have you canned similar items with similar ingredients?
Andy says
I made the sauce and it was easy enough to make. My only correction would be to add the sweetener to taste. The recipe called for 1/2 cup but that made the sauce to sweet for my taste. Overall good sauce.
staysnatched says
Thanks for sharing!
Toni says
This is so good. I tasted it while making it and decided one recipe wasn't near enough and doubled it. The pork is in the crockpot and I can't wait to have BBQ tonight! Thanks Brandi for another amazing recipe!
staysnatched says
Awesome. You're welcome. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
DL says
Just made your bbq sauce, doubled it in fact! It is DELICIOUS! Sweet & tangy with a bit of heat (swoon)! It is equal to or better than Head Country bbq sauce, while your carb count is only 2 carbs/2 T. Great job!!
staysnatched says
Wonderful! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Monica O says
This was easy and delicious! Love making sauces at home because I know what's in them, and it's none of that junk from restaurants. This was great and will be a repeat!
staysnatched says
A great one to keep on repeat.