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Homemade Tangy Carolina Keto BBQ Sauce

This mustard-based Carolina-style keto barbecue sauce brings authentic Southern flavor to your low-carb lifestyle. Made with yellow mustard, cider vinegar, butter, and a sugar-free sweetener, it delivers that classic BBQ tang without the carbs.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 99
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup prepared yellow mustard
  • ⅓ cup sugar-free sweetener such as monk fruit or erythritol
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder optional enhancement

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the yellow mustard, sugar-free sweetener, and apple cider vinegar.
  2. Add the chili powder, black pepper, white pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir thoroughly to combine.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low.
  4. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the butter and soy sauce, stirring until the butter is completely melted and incorporated.
  6. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before transferring to a glass jar or container.
  7. For best flavor development, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before using, though it can be used immediately if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 99kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 554mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g
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