Quick & Tangy Whole30 BBQ Sauce Recipe (Paleo, Vegan)

This easy Whole30 BBQ sauce recipe is lightly sweetened with dates and perfectly tangy, and comes together in no time. Serve over grilled or shredded meats, veggies, and more!

Prep Time10

Cook Time5

Course: Condiment, Sauce

Cuisine: American

Keyword: how to make whole30 bbq sauce, paleo barbecue sauce recipe, Whole30 barbecue sauce, Whole30 bbq sauce with dates, Whole30 compliant bbq sauce, whole30 condiments

Servings: servings (3 cups total)

Ingredients

1/4 cup dried pitted dates
1 1/2 cup hot water
2 6 oz cans tomato paste
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp coconut aminos
1 tbsp smoked paprika
2 tsp sea salt
2 tsp chili powder
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp cumin

Instructions

In a high speed blender, combine dates and hot water and let them sit for 5 minutes. Blend until the dates are broken down and liquified.
Pour into a saucepan with the rest of the ingredients.
Stir and heat over medium heat.
Turn off heat as soon as the sauce starts bubbling and begins to boil.
Use immediately or cool the sauce to room temperature before storing in the refrigerator.
The BBQ sauce can be stored for up to a week in the fridge, or up to 3 months in the freezer.

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