BBQ Sauce Devoid of Gluten
Having zero flair for the grill, I usually let my husband, the manly man, handle the cooking. But when I wanted to learn to BBQ like a pro, I turned to bbqrecipesecrets.com. Apparently, there are 3 types of barbecue sauce - tomato, mustard, or vinegar. However, each recipe had a hefty amount of sugar, which wasn't ideal. So, I used their Basic Tomato BBQ sauce as a roadmap and customized it to create this Health-Conscious Gluten-Free BBQ Sauce Recipe. Here's how!
- Yields: 1 jar
- Difficulty: Easy
- TotalTime: 15 minutes
- ActiveTime: 15 minutes
Ingredients (10)
- 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1/4 cup shallots, minced
- 1 (7 ounce) bottle Bionaturæ® Organic Tomato Paste
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a saucepan over low heat, warm the oil and add garlic and shallot, cooking until soft.
- Add tomato paste, orange juice, vinegar, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer on low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Baste over fish or chicken and refrigerate for 1 to 3 hours to let it marinate.
- Grill and serve!
By making your own gluten-free BBQ sauce, you're not only following a trend but improving your health in several ways. For instance, avoiding gluten from commercial sauces is beneficial to those with celiac disease or sensitivity. Homemade recipes can also help reduce artificial additives and preservatives, as well as offer better control over sodium content, all of which are factors for improved cardiovascular health!
While this recipe has a slightly different flavor profile compared to commercially available versions, it's an excellent starting point. For a healthier variation, consider opting for natural sweeteners and reducing the sugar content. Additionally, you can choose healthier fats to promote a more well-rounded nutritional blend. Here's a basic outline for a Healthy Gluten-Free BBQ Sauce recipe:
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- 1 cup ketchup (choose gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey or natural sweetener
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.
- Heat gently over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and cool before using.```
Bon appétit, health-conscious BBQ lovers!
- This Health-Conscious Gluten-Free BBQ Sauce Recipe I created offers a healthier alternative to the sugar-heavy store-bought versions, providing a nutritious option for those seeking to improve their cardiovascular health.
- In comparison to commercially available barbecue sauces, this healthier gluten-free BBQ sauce offers a unique flavor profile, making it an excellent starting point for BBQ enthusiasts who value their health and nutrition.
- To further customize the Health-Conscious Gluten-Free BBQ Sauce to meet your dietary needs, consider switching to natural sweeteners for a reduced sugar content and selecting healthier fats for a more well-rounded nutritional blend.
