Homemade Chipotle BBQ Sauce (Easy + Vegan)
This smoky, spicy chipotle BBQ sauce is made from scratch with pantry staples—no ketchup needed! It’s vegan, quick, and perfect for sliders, burgers, bowls, or roasted veggies.
Ingredients
- 6 oz tomato paste 1 small can
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar packed
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp chipotle powder adjust to taste
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground mustard
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ –½ cup water optional, to thin the sauce if needed
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a small saucepan and place over medium heat.
- Simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring often, until slightly thickened and fragrant.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning—add more chipotle powder for heat, vinegar for tang, or brown sugar for sweetness.
- Remove from heat and let cool before using or storing.
Notes
Store in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 7 days.
For a smoother texture, blend before simmering.
Freeze in small portions using ice cube trays.
Use on pulled mushrooms, jackfruit, tofu, burgers, tacos, or roasted veggies.
For less heat, use chile ancho or just smoked paprika.