Mom's Barbecue Sauce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Mom's Barbecue Sauce
45 min.
6
74kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your barbecue experience? Mom's Barbecue Sauce is the secret ingredient you've been missing! This vibrant, tangy sauce captures the essence of summer grilling while being completely vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it the perfect choice for everyone at the table. Whether you're slathering it on grilled veggies, tofu, or plant-based burgers, this sauce brings a mouth-watering zest that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine the rich aromas filling your kitchen as you simmer together a harmonious blend of flavors. The sweetness of brown sugar, the robust tang of catsup, and the boldness of Dijon mustard combine flawlessly with fresh ginger and garlic, creating a sauce that's both complex and addictive. A splash of cream sherry adds depth, while the smoky undertones will transport you straight to a backyard barbecue!

This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 45 minutes, yields enough sauce to serve 6 people, ensuring you're always prepared for casual family dinners or lively gatherings with friends. At just 74 calories per serving, you can indulge in drizzling this sauce over your favorite dishes without any guilt. Get ready to impress your guests and savor the delightful flavors of Mom's Barbecue Sauce this grilling season!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • cup catsup 
  • 0.3 cup cooking sherry 
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • teaspoons ginger fresh minced
  • teaspoon garlic minced
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • teaspoon liquid smoke 
  • 0.3 cup soya sauce 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In a 2- to 3-quart pan, combine 1 cup catsup; 1/4 cup each soy sauce and cream sherry; 2 tablespoons each lemon juice and firmly packed brown sugar; 4 teaspoons minced fresh ginger; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; and 1 teaspoon each liquid smoke, minced garlic, and grated lemon peel. Stirring occasionally, bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, until sauce is slightly thickened and reduced to 1 1/2 cups, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories74kcal
Protein8.63%
Fat1.6%
Carbs89.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.83
Glycemic Load
0.19
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.6386956468872%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.76mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:73.68kcal
3.68%
Fat:0.13g
0.2%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.1%
Carbohydrates:16.57g
5.52%
Net Carbohydrates:16.22g
5.9%
Sugar:12.85g
14.28%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:924.91mg
40.21%
Alcohol:1.03g
100%
Alcohol %:1.78%
100%
Protein:1.59g
3.19%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.05%
Vitamin C:4.23mg
5.13%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.08%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.04%
Vitamin B3:1mg
4.99%
Potassium:161.04mg
4.6%
Vitamin A:206.9IU
4.14%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
4.01%
Magnesium:12.27mg
3.07%
Phosphorus:28.39mg
2.84%
Copper:0.06mg
2.81%
Iron:0.48mg
2.64%
Folate:6.8µg
1.7%
Selenium:1.07µg
1.53%
Calcium:15.07mg
1.51%
Fiber:0.36g
1.43%
Vitamin K:1.27µg
1.21%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.1%
Source:My Recipes