Paleo Japanese Barbecue Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with this Paleo Japanese Barbecue Sauce, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Made with coconut aminos, coconut sugar, and tamarind paste, this recipe delivers a rich, tangy-sweet flavor profile without soy, refined sugar, or artificial additives. Infused with aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and a hint of sesame oil, it’s perfectly balanced with a spicy kick from crushed red pepper flakes. Thickened with arrowroot powder and ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for marinating, basting, or dipping your favorite meats and veggies. Whether you're following a paleo lifestyle or simply seeking a healthier alternative, this gluten-free and soy-free barbecue sauce promises bold, authentic Japanese-inspired flavors the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut aminos
• 1 cup water
• 0.25 cup coconut sugar
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
• 2 teaspoons arrowroot powder
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut aminos and water. Stir in the coconut sugar and place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the coconut sugar is dissolved.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and tamarind paste to the saucepan and stir to combine. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder with a few teaspoons of cold water to make a slurry. Slowly add this slurry to the simmering sauce, stirring constantly to prevent any lumps.

Step 4

Add the crushed red pepper flakes and sesame oil to the sauce, stirring well to incorporate all the flavors.

Step 5

Reduce the heat slightly and let the sauce simmer gently for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Store any unused sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake well before each use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(616.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	657.2

Total Fat 14.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4274.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g	0%
Total Sugars 115.7g
Protein 0.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 43.1mg	0%
Iron 2.3mg	0%
Potassium 153.9mg	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: 20.4%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 79.1%