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Low Salt BBQ Sauce Recipe
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Low Salt BBQ Sauce Recipe

Low Salt BBQ Sauce Recipe is suitable for heart patients because it contains minimal sodium, which helps maintain healthy blood pressure. The natural ingredients like tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, and spices provide flavor without increasing salt intake. Using honey, molasses, and brown sugar adds mild sweetness without processed additives that may harm the heart.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup no salt added tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon molasses
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon mustard powder
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 2.5 tablespoons sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 4 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk or wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Step 1: Mix The Base
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), molasses, and water. Stir everything together until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Step 2: Add Seasonings
  1. Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, mustard powder, chili powder (if you like heat), cinnamon, liquid smoke, sugar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and a splash of lemon juice. Whisk well so all the flavors blend together.
Step 3: Simmer Until Thick
  1. Set the pan over medium heat and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Lower the heat and let it cook for about 10–15 minutes, or until it reaches the thickness you like.
Step 4: Taste & Store
  1. Give the sauce a taste and tweak the sweetness, tanginess, or spice if needed. Take it off the heat and let it cool a bit. Pour it into a jar or bowl. You can use it right away, or keep it in the fridge for later.

Notes

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 50 kcal | Carbohydrates: 13 g | Sugar: 10 g | Protein: 0.5 g | Sodium: 30 mg