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Closeup photo of Vegan BBQ Sauce in a clear jar with a spoon filled with sauce next to the jar.

Vegan BBQ

Cindy
This Vegan BBQ Sauce is tangy and sweet with a hint of smokiness. Your family will be so impressed, and will have no idea this sauce is vegan! This sauce can be made in large batches and stored in the freezer when you are in a pinch. We hope you give it a try.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Syrups and Sauces
Cuisine American
Servings 5 cups
Calories 113 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups crushed tomatoes or 100% tomato sauce
  • ½ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • ½ cup maple syrup or agave syrup
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use gf if needed
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • ½ tablespoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Stir together all ingredients in a small saucepan. Cook over high heat and bring to a boil.
    Topview photo of ingredients to make Vegan BBQ Sauce in a sauce pan, ready to be mixed. There is a wooden spoon next to the saucepan.
  • Once boiling, simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
    Topview photo of ingredients to make Vegan BBQ Sauce in a sauce pan, mixed together.
  • Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
    Photo of Vegan BBQ Sauce in a clear jar with a silver spoon with sauce next to the jar. It is sitting on a wooden cutting board with a kitchen towel in the background.

Notes

  • Sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
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