There are no added sugars in this recipe for bbq sauce that is keto, yet it still manages to be robust, sweet, and tangy. Plus the carbs that exist in it are less than 1. With this sauce, you can enhance the flavor of whatever you put it on, particularly chicken, ribs, and pulled pork, but it will also work with other foods. And the best part is that they are less than one carbohydrate in each serving! This low-carb and keto-friendly barbecue sauce is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next cookout. At the very least, it will be the case with anyone who is keeping track of their carbohydrate count. There is no question that there are some fairly excellent keto-friendly barbecue sauces available on the market today, such as this one by G Hughes and this one by Sweet Baby Ray's, but none of them is as low carb as this homemade sauce. To add insult to injury, the cost of making any of those other sauces is much higher per ounce than it is to produce this one. 
The best part about this sauce is that you can adjust the flavor to suit your tastes and create a version that tastes just the way you want it to. If you want your keto barbecue sauce to have a smokier and more robust flavor, you can incorporate a little liquid smoke into the recipe. Alternately, if you want a hotter barbecue sauce, all you have to do is add a little bit more hot sauce to the mixture. The basic recipe, on the other hand, contains absolutely everything that one could desire in a barbecue sauce. It is robust, sweet, smokey, tangy, and savory, and it has a touch of heat that ties together all of the tastes. Therefore, you should probably just retain it the way it is, because it is already pretty darn good in that form! Oh, and by the way, if you're looking for a quick and simple recipe for barbecue sauce, this is it! The preparation of the dish requires only a few basic components and is finished in a matter of short minutes. So as I just indicated, you'll only need a few common low-carb ingredients to produce this keto BBQ sauce recipe. Ingredients like:
- 5oz apple cider vinegar
- ½ Cup Brown Swerve
- A little less than three-quarters of a cup of sugar-free ketchup
- 2 Tbsps liquid aminos
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- A little bit of paprika, onion powder, and garlic salt in a pinch
- A few drops of fiery sauce
Rather routine things, wouldn't you say?! Now, with that out of the way, let me say that to prepare this barbecue sauce, I strongly advise utilizing all of these components. The combination of everything creates the ideal balance of flavors. 
In addition to this, they lend it a texture that is thin and slightly thick, which lends it an air of authenticity. Therefore, you shouldn't leave out any of these components, but you should feel free to add to them. Now, before we get started making this sugar-free barbecue sauce, let's go over two of the primary items that are required for this recipe. KETCHUP TO USE: Therefore, to maintain the low-carb and sugar-free nature of this keto-friendly barbecue sauce, we will be making use of sugar-free ketchup and Brown Swerve. For the sake of this recipe, you may use pretty much any sugar-free ketchup, such as the one made by Heinz or the one made by G. Hughes, and the result will have a flavor that is spot on. The one thing you have to check, though, is that the ketchup has been sweetened in a way that does not include the use of sugar. For example, because the ketchup sold by Primal Kitchens does not contain any form of sweetener, if you use it in this recipe, the finished product will not be sweet enough. SWEETENER FOR APPLICATION: Now, the addition of the brown sugar replacement is what I believe separates this barbecue sauce recipe from the others in its category. Brown Swerve is a sweetener that can be used in place of brown sugar. It has 0 carbohydrates and is sugar-free, yet it has the same level of sweetness as brown sugar. 
It also contributes the ideal touch of flavor and sweetness, which prevents the barbecue sauce from having an overbearing taste of either smokiness or tartness. Having said that, Lakanto makes a product called Golden Monk Fruit that can be used instead of Brown Swerve in the recipe for a sugar-free barbecue sauce if you are unable to get Brown Swerve. HOW TO MAKE KETO BBQ SAUCE The preparation of this dish is ridiculously simple and needs only a few moments of your time. Therefore, whenever you feel as though your dinner is missing something, all you need to do is mix up a little of this homemade barbecue sauce in a matter of minutes. It will quickly become your go-to condiment of choice and is a lifesaver in terms of rescuing meals. Let's get started on the sugar-free barbecue sauce, shall we? COOKING EVERYTHING IN JUST A SINGLE POT: To begin, get a small saucepan, put all of your ingredients inside of it, and give them a quick stir to mix everything. The next step is to put your saucepan on the burner and set it to medium heat. Bring all of the ingredients to a boil in the pot. Once all of the components have reached a boil, turn the heat down to a simmer. Keep your barbecue sauce on the stove over low heat until it reaches the desired consistency. And if you want the sauce to be less thick, all you have to do is stir in a half tablespoon of water at a time after it has thickened up until it reaches the desired consistency for you. To conclude, let your barbecue sauce have ample time to thoroughly cool, then serve and savor it. 
STORING YOUR KETO BBQ SAUCE: Using this recipe, you will have enough barbecue sauce for 14 serves, with each dish containing 2 teaspoons. And the aspect of this recipe that I enjoy the most is how easily it can be multiplied by two or even three to ensure that I have plenty for the whole week. And, to tell you the truth, it continues to get better as time passes. This is because as it sits, all of the tastes are allowed to continue blending, which results in an even sweeter sauce. In light of the aforementioned, the sauce that you have left over can be kept in the refrigerator for up to two weeks if it is stored in an airtight container or a glass jar that can be sealed. And believe me when I say that nothing beats the convenience of having this sugar-free barbecue sauce already prepared and waiting for you in the refrigerator. INGREDIENTS
- Apple cider vinegar, 5 ounces
- 100g (1/2 cup) of Brown Swerve
- Approximately 3.4 cups (160 g) of sugar-free ketchup
- Liquid aminos, 2 tablespoons
- smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon
- Paprika, onion powder, and a pinch of garlic salt
- Add some hot sauce.
INSTRUCTIONS
- All of the components should be placed in a small pot and whisked briefly.
- Put the pot on the stovetop over medium heat, and then bring the ingredients to a boil.
- Turn down the heat to a simmer, then keep the sauce cooking until it thickens.
- After complete cooling, serve.