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Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce

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This Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce is delicious as it is simple. Sweet, tangy, vegan, and ready in 5 minutes. And, it’s made with super simple ingredients you probably have right now. 

Easy homemade bbq sauce in jar on table.

BBQ Sauce should NEVER be bought! Why? Because it’s usually nothing more than a bottle of overpriced red high-fructose corn syrup. That is, unless you’re willing to spend 8-10 bucks on one of the so-called “higher quality” brands. Nope!

This is one of the the easiest, simplest, and most cost-efficient sauces to make at home. It’s also very manly. So, save your money and strengthen your manhood by making this Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce.

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BBQ Sauce Ingredients

You’re probably thinking there’s some big secret to making a decent homemade barbecue sauce. Nope. It can actually be made with very simple ingredients probably sitting in your fridge right now.

Here’s what you’ll need:

  • Organic Ketchup: Why organic ketchup? Because it doesn’t have corn syrup in the ingredients. You could also use Simply Heinz as well. Just be sure and read the label. 
  • Maple Syrup: It’s completely optional. So, if you like a more robust bbq sauce just leave it out. I tend to like mine a little sweeter.
  • Vegetarian Worcestershire Sauce: Be sure it’s vegetarian. Many brands of Worcestershire sauce use anchovy. A damn fish! In BBQ sauce! So, once again…make sure it’s vegetarian.
  • Low-sodium Soy Sauce or Tamari: If you want to make this Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce gluten-free, use Tamari.
  • White Vinegar: It’s completely optional, but I like the “bite” the vinegar adds.
  • Smoked Paprika: Feel free to use regular paprika. It’s completely up to you. But, I LOVE smoky things. 
  • Liquid Smoke: Once again, this is optional. As I said, I love smoky things.
  • Yellow Mustard: Nothing fancy. Just plain, everyday yellow mustard. 
Easy homemade bbq sauce in jar with spoon.

How To Make Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce

  • Put all your ingredients into a bowl and whisk.
  • Enjoy!

Told you it was easy. 

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Homemade BBQ Sauce

Give this Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce a try. I’m sure you’ll like it because it’s..

  • Easy & simple to make
  • Sweet
  • Tangy
  • Smoky
  • Completely customizable
  • Made with everyday ingredients
  • DELICIOUS!

Use this Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce for beans, jackfruit, soy curls, tofu or on top of baked potatoes. It also makes a delicious dipping sauce. Simply heat in a small sauce pan over medium-low heat after whisking. Perfect!

Looking for more dip and sauce recipes? Try my Oil-Free 8-Minute Marinara Sauce, Game Day Cheese Dip, or Five-Minute Peanut Dipping Sauce. I’m sure you’ll find a use for all of them. 

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You know the drill. Like always. If you make this recipe, be sure and let me know! Leave a comment, RATE IT, and tag a photo #shaneandsimple on Instagram.

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Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce


★★★★★

5 from 4 reviews

  • Author: Shane Martin
  • Prep Time: 2 mins.
  • Total Time: 2 mins.
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan
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Sweet, tangy, and super delicious homemade vegan barbecue sauce. Super easy to make and ready in less than 5 minutes.


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Ingredients

  • 1 cup organic ketchup
  • 1–2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce 
  • 1 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 Tbsp white vinegar
  • 2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp. liquid smoke
  • 1 tsp. yellow mustard

Instructions

  1. Whisk all ingredients together in a small or medium-sized bowl. Store in a glass jar with a screw on top. Will keep in the fridge for about a week.
  • Category: Sauces
  • Cuisine: Vegan

Keywords: vegan, barbecue sauce

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  1. Shane Martin

    February 12, 2019 at 1:58 pm

    Simple, easy and delicious!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  2. Maureen Longlade

    February 17, 2019 at 10:21 am

    I made this BBQ sauce yesterday& we dipped our breaded tofu strips in it. It was delicious. The best I’ve tried yet & the easiest. It’s a keeper for sure. ?Thank you.

    Reply
  3. Todd

    April 03, 2019 at 2:45 am

    What could I substitute for the Worcestershire sauce? I have been unable to locate any vegan versions locally. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Shane Martin

      April 03, 2019 at 10:05 am

      Todd, try this: 2 teaspoons soy sauce, 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon maple syrup and a dash of hot sauce for every tablespoon Worcestershire.

      Reply
    • Carolyn Wheeler

      July 12, 2020 at 4:28 pm

      This recipe is crazy good!! It’s even better than the standard recipe which I have made for years and loved. The only variation I did was that I did not use a store-bought Worcester sauce. I couldn’t find a vegan one either, so I searched online, found a recipe, made my own vegan Worcester sauce, and used that.

      This is a keeper for sure!! 🙂

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        July 14, 2020 at 11:12 am

        Thank you, Carolyn!!!

        Reply
  4. Madeline Reynolds

    September 23, 2019 at 11:08 am

    Thank you Shane for the BBQ sauce recipe. I am an Innkeeper/restaurant manager in Belize and new convert to WFPB living. We often get requests for BBQ Sauce. Since I hate the bottled stuff (so much high fructose!) your recipe is a quick and easy substitute. My staff is amazed on how great the BBQ sauce tastes

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Shane Martin

      September 23, 2019 at 2:24 pm

      Wow, that’s great! I’ve always wanted to visit Belize. One day, hopefully. And, great to hear about your “conversion”. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or comments. I’m so honored you’re using my BBQ sauce. Thank you!!!

      Reply
  5. Cici

    October 29, 2019 at 11:02 am

    Great recipe but liquid smoke, smoked paprika have excitotoxins? Allergy trigger. Any suggestions? May try with sun dried tomatoes. Thanks for all you do to make it easy to cook.

    Reply
    • Shane Martin

      October 29, 2019 at 12:57 pm

      Hi, CiCi. I would encourage you to read this article by Dr. Michael Greger and hopefully, it will answer your question. I would definitely encourage you to try and make it with sun-dried tomatoes as they are some of my favorite things to use. I hope this helps and thanks for your kind words. Blessings.

      https://nutritionfacts.org/2015/04/14/does-liquid-smoke-cause-cancer/

      Reply
  6. Patricia Kurschinski

    February 23, 2020 at 11:32 pm

    The best BBQ sauce ever! Yum

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Shane Martin

      February 24, 2020 at 8:52 am

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  7. Amanda

    May 27, 2020 at 3:14 pm

    What brand of ketchup do you use?

    Reply
    • Shane Martin

      May 27, 2020 at 5:46 pm

      I use any organic ketchup or one that does not use corn syrup. If you are looking for one that salt, oil, and sugar free you should look at the Well Your World brand. Excellent products! Here is a link: https://wellyourworld.com/collections/all-product/products/tomato-ketchup?variant=29168760684647

      Reply
  8. Carolyn Wheeler

    July 12, 2020 at 4:29 pm

    Sorry, forgot to give it a star rating.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Shane Martin

      July 14, 2020 at 11:12 am

      Much appreciated:)

      Reply

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