Nitrate & Nitrite Free Whole30 BBQ Sauce
Total time35 min
Prep time10 min
Cook time25 min
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8 servings
- 2 medjool dates, pitted
- 2 tbsp warm water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- ½ cup water
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp dry mustard
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the pitted dates and 2 tbsp warm water in a small bowl and let soak for 5 minutes, until the dates are soft enough to mash. Mash with a fork into a smooth paste and set aside.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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