Low Carb Japanese Barbecue Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with this Low Carb Japanese Barbecue Sauce—an irresistible blend of bold umami flavors and keto-friendly ingredients. Crafted with low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of liquid stevia for natural sweetness, this sauce strikes the perfect balance between savory and tangy. Infused with fresh ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes, it delivers layers of authentic Japanese-inspired flavor without the carb overload. A pinch of xanthan gum ensures the perfect consistency, making it ideal for glazing grilled meats, seafood, or vegetables. With just 10 minutes of prep and cook time, this versatile sauce will quickly become your go-to marinade or dipping sauce for healthy, flavorful meals—all while staying low-carb and guilt-free!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Soy sauce (low-sodium)
• 0.25 cup Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Liquid stevia
• 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons Fish sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Xanthan gum

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and liquid stevia. Stir until the stevia is fully dissolved into the liquid.

Step 2

Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, fish sauce, and red pepper flakes into the saucepan. Stir all the ingredients together until they are well combined.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend the flavors.

Step 4

After 5 minutes, slowly sprinkle in the xanthan gum while continuously whisking to avoid clumping. This helps in slightly thickening the sauce.

Step 5

Continue to cook the sauce for another 3-5 minutes, or until it reaches your desired thickness. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool down to room temperature.

Step 7

Transfer the sauce to a clean jar or bottle. Store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Step 8

Shake or stir well before using. Enjoy your low carb Japanese barbecue sauce with grilled meats, seafood, or as a versatile marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(383.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	447.2

Total Fat 28.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 10402.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 18.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 29.5mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1735.7mg	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: 60.4%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 22.2%