Whole30 BBQ Sauce

This Whole30 BBQ sauce is smoky and sweet, just like a BBQ sauce should be! It’s made with dates, coconut aminos, and smoked paprika, making it paleo and Whole30 compliant. A great condiment to keep in the fridge to pair with chicken, pork, shrimp, or steak for a quick dinner!

Why This Whole30 BBQ Sauce Is So Good!

• This homemade BBQ sauce doesn’t require hours of cooking, it’s ready in just 30 minutes.
• It’s paleo, whole30 and vegan and doesn’t contain any refined sugar.
• You can make it ahead of time for an easy and quick way to add flavor to your meals.

How To Make Whole30 BBQ Sauce

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the ghee or coconut oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes or until translucent.
2. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
3. Transfer mixture to blender carefully (it will be very hot!). Blend on high speed until smooth. Season with salt.

How long does homemade BBQ sauce keep?

Once the sauce has cooled completely, transfer it to an airtight container. It will keep for up to two weeks in the fridge. The whole30 BBQ sauce also freezes well in a freezer safe container or ziplock bag. Thaw in the fridge or at room temperature.

How do you use this sauce?

This whole30 BBQ sauce is a great way of adding flavor to beef, pork, fish and chicken. Spread the sauce onto your meat and oven bake or grill for a delicious and easy meal. It’s great to mix with shredded pork or chicken for tacos and burgers, or you could simply use it as a dip for your fries.

For More Delicious Whole30 recipes:

• Devilled Eggs with Bacon
• Authentic Seafood Gumbo
• Loaded Burger Bowls
• Indian Meatballs in Sauce

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Whole30 BBQ Sauce

This Whole30 BBQ sauce is smoky and sweet, just like a BBQ sauce should be! It's made with dates, coconut aminos, and smoked paprika, making it paleo and Whole30 compliant.

Course Condiment

Cuisine American

Keyword easy homemade bbq sauce, vegan bbq sauce, whole30 bbq sauce recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 6

Calories 122 kcal

Author Cheryl Malik

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon ghee or coconut oil use coconut oil for vegan
• 1 cup Vidalia or yellow onion diced
• 1/2 cup dates chopped
• 3-4 cloves of garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika plus more if you prefer a smokier flavor
• 1 6- ounce can tomato paste
• 1/2 cup coconut aminos
• 1 cup water or chicken stock
• 4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the ghee or coconut oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes or until translucent.

2. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes.

3. Transfer mixture to blender carefully (it will be very hot!). Blend on high speed until smooth. Season with salt.

Recipe Notes

Store in an airtight container up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Whole30 BBQ Sauce

Amount Per Serving

Calories 122 Calories from Fat 27

% Daily Value*

Fat 3g5%

Saturated Fat 2g13%

Sodium 718mg31%

Potassium 495mg14%

Carbohydrates 23g8%

Fiber 3g13%

Sugar 13g14%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 1079IU22%

Vitamin C 10mg12%

Calcium 28mg3%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.