Homemade Vegan Barbecue Sauce

Heat the Olive Oil (as needed) in a saucepan over high heat, then add Garlic (1 clove) and fry for 2-3 minutes until the garlic turns a slightly golden color.

Reduce to low heat, pour over the Tomato Passata (3/4 cup) and add the Light Soy Sauce (2 Tbsp) , Maple Syrup (2 Tbsp) , Apple Cider Vinegar (1/2 Tbsp) , Smoked Paprika (1 tsp) , Onion Powder (1 tsp) , Yellow Mustard (1/2 tsp) , and Salt (1/4 tsp) . Cook for 5 minutes, stirring regularly to allow the flavors to blend.