Ingredients

	1 cup water
	1/2 cup chopped dates
	2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
	2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
	2 teaspoons smoked paprika
	1 teaspoon brown sugar
	1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
	1 teaspoon chili seasoning mix
	1 teaspoon onion powder or onion flakes
	1 teaspoon garlic powder
	1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

Nutrient Analysis
PER SERVING: 1/4 of recipe
Calories	13 Kcal
Protein	0 g
Carbohydrates	16 g
Fibre	0 g
Sugars	2 g
Total Fat	0 g
Saturated Fat	0 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	11 mg
Potassium	34 mg
Phosphorus	5 mg

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SERVING SUGGESTIONS
This homemade barbecue sauce is lower in sodium and contains no preservatives commonly found in store-bought sauces. Serve sauce with meat or fish, using about 1 tablespoon per serving.

To use as a marinade, use about 1/2 cup sauce for 2 chicken breasts.

STORAGE
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For best quality, use within 1 week.

MAKES: 2 1/2 cups

Calculation example: When approximately 1/2 cup of sauce is used to marinate 4 servings of chicken breast, the sauce adds about 14 mg sodium and 41 mg potassium per serving.

Ingredients

1 cup water
1/2 cup chopped dates
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon chili seasoning mix
1 teaspoon onion powder or onion flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

Preparation

1 Done	In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-low heat.
2 Done	Reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 8 minutes, or until the dates are very soft.
3 Done	Remove from the heat. Using an immersion blender, purée until smooth. Let cool completely.
4 Done	Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate.