How should I use nightshade-free barbecue sauce?

Use this recipe any way you would use classic barbecue sauce! It’s great with salmon , chicken, ribs, meatballs , meat, pork , burgers, and even BBQ pizza! Or, use it to enhance salads like our BBQ tempeh vegan quinoa salad .

How long does this recipe last?

Stored in a glass container sealed with a lid, leftover sauce will stay fresh in the fridge for up to one week. Or, you can freeze it for up to one month! To enjoy it warm, simmer the sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until your desired temperature is reached.

How can I add more flavor to tomato free barbecue sauce?

We like to add two to four tablespoons of cherry juice to give it a natural sweeter taste. However, you can also adjust the ingredients to suit your preferences. Add more ginger, liquid smoke, or honey as desired! You can also experiment with a pinch of salt, smoked salt, or mustard if desired.

Nightshade-Free Barbecue Sauce

Name: Nightshade-Free Barbecue Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 Tablespoon light olive oil; ⅔ cup chopped yellow onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced (1 teaspoon) or 1 teaspoon garlic powder; ¾ cup pumpkin puree; 1/4 cup coconut aminos or tamari; 2 Tablespoons honey or maple syrup; 2 Tablespoons blackstrap molasses; 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 Tablespoon fresh ginger, grated or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 2 teaspoons liquid smoke (adjust to desired flavor); 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; Optional: water or cherry juice, as needed to thin the sauce

Description

Skip the store-bought stuff, and make this homemade nightshade free barbecue sauce in 10 minutes for lower-sugar condiment perfect for those who can’t handle tomatoes!

Ingredients

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1/2 Tablespoon light olive oil
2/3 cup chopped yellow onion
2 garlic cloves, minced (1 teaspoon) or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 cup pumpkin puree
1/4 cup coconut aminos or tamari
2 Tablespoons honey or maple syrup
2 Tablespoons blackstrap molasses
2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 Tablespoon fresh ginger, grated or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoons liquid smoke (adjust to desired flavor)
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Optional: water or cherry juice, as needed to thin the sauce

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Instructions

In a medium-sized skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté about 5 minutes or until tender and golden brown. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté about 1 minutes or until fragrant.
Transfer the sauteed onion and garlic mixture to a high speed blender.
Add the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
Taste the BBQ sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed. For a thinner consistency, add water or cherry juice.
Store the sauce in a glass container sealed with a lid in the refrigerator for up to one week or the freezer for one month. To enjoy warm, heat the sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use as desired.

Notes

Flavor Tips – We like to add 2 to 4 Tablespoons of cherry juice to the BBQ sauce to give a natural sweeter taste.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Category: condiment
Method: blender
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: ¼ cup
Calories: 86
Sugar: 11.5 g
Sodium: 213.3 mg
Fat: 1.3 g
Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
Unsaturated Fat: 18.6 g
Carbohydrates: 18.6 g
Fiber: 1.4 g
Protein: 0.7 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg