10 Mouthwatering BBQ Sauces for Marinating, Grilling, and So Much More

Sweet, tangy, and downright irresistible on barbecued ribs, there's a reason why people are freaking out about this new keto-friendly, no-sugar-added version of Sweet Baby Ray's classic barbecue sauce.

Molasses, garlic, and tamarind are the star ingredients in this crowd-pleasing and well-balanced barbecue sauce, now with a squeaky-clean ingredient list.

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This Brooklyn, New York-made barbecue sauce has a base of gochujang — Korean fermented red chili paste — made tangy and sweet by rice vinegar, sake, and chili pepper. We firmly believe gochujang belongs in every proper barbecue marinade, and this spicy condiment is our current favorite for summer grilling.

The perfect addition to healthy lettuce wraps or grilled veggie dishes, you'll be licking your fingers after each bite with this delicious stuff.

Packed with just enough "zip" to get your taste buds tingling, this spicy barbecue sauce is incredibly versatile and can be used for poultry, fish, pork, or beef dishes. 

With an ingredient list that includes natural ketchup, brown sugar, chipotle purée, and white vinegar, this Kansas City-style barbecue sauce is thick, sweet, tomato-y, and tangy.

You'll want to glop this zippy barbecue sauce on everything from smoked brisket to chicken wings to pulled pork sliders.  

A tangy blend of tomatoes, vinegar, molasses, and black pepper, the recipe for Stubb's Original Bar-B-Q Sauce dates back to 1968 when C.B. "Stubb" Stubblefield opened his first restaurant in Lubbock, Texas.

Delicious smothered on ribs, brisket, or virtually any grilled meat, Stubb's is a versatile and super flavorful barbecue sauce.

Gluten-free, vegan, and made without any artificial sweeteners, Simple Girl Carolina Kick BBQ Sauce is a best-seller on Amazon for its allergen-friendly ingredient list and versatile smoky-sweet flavor. Reviewers love using this low-sugar and low-carb option in everything from beef and pork marinades to veggie dishes.

Having started as a mobile concession stand cooking on a 55-gallon drum, Dinosaur Bar-B-Que has come a long way and is now a popular small barbecue restaurant chain. Its classic tomato-based Slathering Sauce is sweet, sour, and a little spicy.

Packed with punchy and flavorful ingredients including ginger extract, red pepper paste, and apple and pear purée, this savory Hot & Sweet Korean-Style Sauce will quickly become your new grilling go-to condiment.

We love the versatility of this barbecue sauce, as it adds depth and subtle heat to stir-fried dishes, dips, spread for pulled pork sandwiches, and pretty much any barbecue fare you can imagine. 

It's hard to find a barbecue sauce that is organic, gluten-free, and contains no high-fructose corn syrup — but here it is! This barbecue sauce is molasses-sweet and tangy with just a tiny bit of heat thanks to a dash of cayenne pepper at the tail end of its ingredient list.

We can't help but laugh at this brand's cheeky name. Made fresh in small batches in Wisconsin, this sweet and smoky barbecue sauce goes well on any grilled food and also makes a mean dipping sauce for french fries.

Heat note: This No Butz barbecue sauce contains a touch of ghost pepper, so be prepared for the burn.

Slow-roasted sweet peaches and whiskey combine to make this smooth, thick, and savory barbecue sauce from Stonewall Kitchen. Try it on your next pulled pork sandwich or plate of ribs for a serious boost of tangy flavor.