Heart-Healthy Asian BBQ Sauce

Elevate your healthy cooking game with this Heart-Healthy Asian BBQ Sauce—a bold, flavorful blend that’s perfect for marinades, glazes, or dipping. Made with low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and unsweetened tomato paste, this recipe keeps the sodium and sugar content in check while delivering a rich, umami-packed punch. Freshly grated ginger, minced garlic, and a splash of sriracha bring zest and heat, while a touch of sesame oil adds depth and a nutty aroma. Thickened with a cornstarch slurry and brightened with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, this guilt-free sauce comes together in just 25 minutes. Perfect for chicken, tofu, or grilled veggies, this versatile condiment is a heart-healthy twist on classic BBQ flavors that doesn’t skimp on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 0.25 cup rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon sriracha or another hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened natural tomato paste
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until the cornstarch is fully dissolved to form a slurry. Set aside.

Step 2

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, sriracha, tomato paste, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while continuously stirring to prevent any lumps.

Step 6

Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens to the desired consistency.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice for a fresh, zesty finish.

Step 8

Let the sauce cool to room temperature. Transfer to a jar and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Step 9

Use this heart-healthy Asian BBQ sauce as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce for a variety of dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	358.9 grams (358.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	350

Total Fat 14.40g	18%
Saturated Fat 2.00g	10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2002mg	87%
Total Carbohydrate 52.40g	19%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 39.00g
Protein 10.30g	21%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 38mg	3%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 362mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.1%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 55.1%