Low Carb Chipotle Barbecue Sauce

Smoky, spicy, and irresistibly bold, this Low Carb Chipotle Barbecue Sauce is the perfect guilt-free way to elevate your grilling game! Crafted with wholesome ingredients like tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, this sugar-free barbecue sauce delivers a powerful depth of flavor with just the right balance of heat and sweetness. Naturally low in carbs thanks to a keto-friendly sweetener, it’s enhanced with smoky spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of liquid smoke for that authentic barbecue vibe. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy, gluten-free sauce is incredibly versatile—slather it over ribs, drizzle it on grilled chicken, or use it as a tangy dip for veggies. With simple pantry staples and minimal prep time, this homemade barbecue sauce is destined to become your go-to for zesty, carb-conscious cooking!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 6 oz Tomato paste
• 1 cup Water
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp Liquid smoke
• 2 tbsp Low carb sweetener (e.g., erythritol, monk fruit blend)
• 1 tbsp Unsalted butter (optional, for richness)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the tomato paste and water. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 2

Add the apple cider vinegar, finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cumin to the saucepan. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the liquid smoke, low-carb sweetener, salt, and black pepper. Allow the sauce to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.

Step 5

If using, stir in the unsalted butter for added richness and a velvety texture.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more sweetener, salt, or chipotle peppers to suit your preferred flavor profile.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly before using.

Step 8

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(536.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	313.2

Total Fat 14.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 31.4mg	0%
Sodium 1625.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 22.4g
Protein 9.8g	0%

Vitamin D 9.1IU	0%
Calcium 126.0mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 2006.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.3%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 55.1%