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SCD BBQ Sauce Recipe (Homemade with Honey)

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This homemade SCD BBQ sauce recipe combines honey, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and spices to make a thick, sweet, and tangy barbecue sauce without refined sugar.

Finding barbecue sauce that fits the Specific Carbohydrate Diet can be frustrating. Many store-bought varieties contain added sugar, starches, or other ingredients that aren’t permitted on SCD.

This homemade version uses nine ingredients and takes just five minutes to prepare before simmering on the stove. It’s naturally gluten-free and can be made with SCD-legal ingredients.

Use it on grilled chicken, slow cooker ribs, pork chops, or burgers. You don’t have to follow the Specific Carbohydrate Diet to enjoy this homemade BBQ sauce.

This recipe is gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and made with SCD-approved ingredients. Plus, it’s simple enough to whip up in one pot with minimal effort. Whether you’re slow-cooking ribs or adding flavor to baked chicken, this sauce brings the bold BBQ flavor, without the gut-disrupting ingredients.

SCD BBQ Sauce Homemade BBQ Sauce Without Refined Sugar

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Why You’ll Love This SCD BBQ Sauce Recipe​

  • SCD Legal: Made with SCD-approved ingredients only, no sugar, starches, or preservatives.
  • Naturally Sweetened: Uses honey as the only sweetener.
  • Bold BBQ Flavor: Tangy, sweet, smoky, and just a little spicy.
  • One-Pot Simplicity: Combine everything in one pot, simmer, and you’re done!
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Ingredients (SCD-Approved)​

  • 1½ cups honey (check label for 100% pure honey)
  • 12 oz tomato paste (no additives or citric acid)
  • 4 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • 1 tsp onion powder

What Makes This BBQ Sauce SCD Legal?​


Traditional barbecue sauces often contain refined sugar, molasses, corn syrup, or starch-based thickeners. These ingredients aren’t permitted on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet.

This homemade SCD BBQ sauce uses honey instead of refined sugar and tomato paste to create its thick consistency.

When shopping for ingredients, check the labels carefully.

  • Honey: Choose pure honey without added sweeteners.
  • Tomato paste: Look for a variety without added sugar, starches, or other ingredients that aren’t permitted on SCD.
  • Apple cider vinegar: Choose a variety that meets your SCD requirements.
  • Spices: Use pure, single-ingredient spices without anti-caking agents or other additives that aren’t SCD legal.

Even products with similar names can contain different ingredients, so checking labels is important when following the Specific Carbohydrate Diet.

How to Make This SCD BBQ Sauce Recipe​

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine honey and tomato paste until smooth.
  2. Stir in vinegar, garlic powder, salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and cayenne.
  3. Transfer mixture to a saucepan and bring to a light boil over medium heat.
  4. Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  5. Allow to cool before transferring to a glass jar. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
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Optional Adjustments​

  • No Heat? Omit cayenne for a mild sauce.
  • Thinner Sauce? Add filtered water a tablespoon at a time during simmering.
  • Want It Smokier? Add ½ tsp smoked paprika (if tolerated on your version of SCD).
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Best Ways to Use This SCD BBQ Sauce Recipe​


This gut-friendly BBQ sauce is perfect for:

  • Slow-cooked SCD BBQ ribs
  • Baked SCD chicken thighs
  • Ground turkey burgers
  • Grilled veggies (like zucchini or eggplant)
  • Even as a dip for almond flour chicken nuggets!
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Related SCD Recipes​


This SCD BBQ sauce recipe proves that you don’t have to sacrifice flavor when sticking to the Specific Carbohydrate Diet. With a balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors, it’s a go-to condiment you’ll want to keep on hand year-round.

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FAQ – SCD BBQ Sauce Recipe​



Can I freeze this BBQ sauce?

Yes! Pour cooled sauce into silicone trays or jars and freeze for up to 3 months.



Is tomato paste SCD legal?

Yes, as long as it contains no additives, gums, or citric acid. Always check the label.



Can I make this BBQ sauce spicier?

Absolutely—just increase the cayenne or add crushed red pepper flakes.



What’s the best way to store it?

Keep in a sealed glass jar in the fridge. Use within 7 days for best flavor.



Can you make BBQ sauce without refined sugar?

Yes! This homemade BBQ sauce uses honey instead of refined sugar, brown sugar, or corn syrup. Honey provides sweetness while tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and spices create the familiar barbecue flavor.
Keep in mind that honey is still a source of sugar, so this recipe is not sugar-free or low-carb.


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If you enjoyed this recipe, you should check out this homemade BBQ ribs recipe for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet. It’s so easy to recreate in the crockpot.

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Yield: 24

SCD BBQ Sauce Recipe​

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

This SCD BBQ sauce recipe is easy to make, naturally sweetened with honey, and grain-free, gluten-free, and gut-friendly. No refined sugar!

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Ingredients​

  • 4 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 1/2 Cups of Honey
  • 12 ounces of Tomato Paste
  • 2 Tablespoons of Garlic Powder
  • 1 Teaspoon of Salt
  • 1 Teaspoon of Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 Teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 Teaspoon of Onion Powder

Instructions​

  1. Mix Honey and Tomato Paste in a medium bowl until well combined.
  2. Add the Apple Cider Vinegar, Garlic, Salt, Pepper, Paprika, Onion Powder, and Cayenne Pepper.
  3. Combine all ingredients in a pot. Bring to a boil while stirring and adding in ingredients.
  4. Turn down the heat and cover.
  5. Simmer for about an hour, stir occasionally while simmering,

Notes​



Refrigerate until ready to use.


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Nutrition Information​

Yield​

24

Serving Size​

1 tablespoon
Amount Per Serving Calories 65Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gSodium 101mgCarbohydrates 17gFiber 1gSugar 15gProtein 1g

The nutrition in recipes is calculate by AI, mistakes happen. It is highly recommended to check carb counts to make sure these recipes fit into your diet. Also, if you are following a specific diet or have allergies to certain foods, be sure to do your research on products before considering it safe to consume.

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