Smoked Tomato Garlic BBQ Sauce

This smoked tomato garlic BBQ sauce combines the rich flavors of slow-roasted tomatoes, garlic, and smoked salt for a unique twist on traditional barbecue sauces. It’s perfect for grilling meats, dipping, or as a flavorful condiment.

The recipe is simple and requires minimal ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You can adjust the level of smokiness and sweetness to suit your taste.

Homemade Smoked Tomato Garlic BBQ Sauce

This BBQ sauce features a blend of slow-roasted tomatoes and garlic, enhanced with smoked salt for depth of flavor. The preparation takes about 1 hour and yields approximately 2 cups of sauce.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
• 6 cloves garlic, peeled
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked salt
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)

Instructions

1. Roast the Tomatoes and Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the halved tomatoes and garlic cloves with olive oil and smoked salt on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until the tomatoes are soft and caramelized.
2. Blend the Sauce: Transfer the roasted tomatoes and garlic to a blender. Add apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Blend until smooth.
3. Simmer the Sauce: Pour the blended mixture into a saucepan and simmer over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
4. Cool and Store: Allow the sauce to cool before transferring it to a jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour

• Servings: 2 cups
• Calories: 50kcal
• Fat: 2g
• Protein: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 10g