By Wendy Stoltz, Hristina Polk / Last Modified On July 31, 2023

This gluten-free Worcestershire sauce is everything you hoped for and more. It has the distinct sweet, tangy, and spicy flavor you know, and it is so easy to make at home. No more scouring the grocery store shelves for this sauce, which is a household favorite for all casseroles, stews, veggies, and more.

Making your own sauces really is great as you have no added nasties, and it is relatively quick to make. This sauce has all the flavors you are used to, and I actually prefer it over store-bought varieties. It also stores so well that you can double or even triple the recipe.

If you are new to gluten-free, here are a few gluten-free courses to get you started. I love this course for Tracing Your Roots Through Food by Michael Twitty, and my other favorite is Roy Choi's, who teaches you his signature recipes and mother sauces.

GLUTEN-FREE WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE RECIPE

I always have gluten-free Worcestershire sauce on hand. It is a staple pantry sauce in our household. I liken it to a Swiss army knife of condiments as you can use it in so many dishes, from casseroles to salad dressing, topped on your pizza, and more.

I like that I can whip it up as my husband loves it on all manner of things, as well as my son. Scouring the grocery store shelves is never fun searching for this sauce, but I have included some options if you need store-bought in a rush. But trust me, making it at home is quicker than getting in the car and driving to the local store.

WHY YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE THIS GLUTEN-FREE WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE

It goes into so many things - Worcestershire sauce is like your Swiss army knife of condiments. It has so many uses as a topping to pizza, addition to sauces, stews, and casseroles. Plus, it's essential for bloody marys! The list is endless.

Easy to make - The GF Worcestershire sauce is so easy to make, with your saucepan in hand, a few ingredients, and you can enjoy your sauce soon!

Made with pantry staples - This sauce is made with pantry staples you most probably have on hand already.

INGREDIENTS IN GLUTEN-FREE WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE

Vinegar - I used apple cider vinegar.

Soy sauce - 3 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce. You can use tamari soy sauce which is gluten-free.

Water - 4 tbsp water.

Sugar - Use brown sugar.

Ginger - ¼ tsp ground ginger.

Onion - ¼ tsp granulated onion.

Garlic - ¼ tsp granulated garlic.

Pepper - ¼ tsp white pepper.

Mustard - Mustard powder can be used instead of Dijon mustard.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR THIS GLUTEN-FREE WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE

Saucepan - I like to use a smaller non-stick saucepan. 

Spatula - This is a great spatula set which is dishwasher safe.

Sauce bottle - You can place it in a sauce bottle, so it is easy to pour.

If you have any questions about making gluten-free Worcestershire sauce, please leave a comment and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

HOW TO MAKE GLUTEN-FREE WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE

1. Pour liquid ingredients into a small saucepan, mix.
2. Add dry ingredients to the saucepan, as well as mustard. Stir with a spatula or whisk while heating the saucepan.
3. Bring the sauce to a boil and make sure the sugar granules have dissolved.
4. Pour the sauce into a glass container and let cool. Once the Worcestershire sauce has cooled, store it in the refrigerator in a container with a lid. Shake the container with the sauce before use, as the spices will settle to the bottom of the jar.

For the complete list of ingredients and instructions in gluten-free Worcestershire sauce, please see the complete recipe below.

IS WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE GLUTEN-FREE?

The original Worcestershire sauce has barley malt vinegar as a key ingredient that you can't have on a gluten-free diet. My sauce, however, doesn't have it in it, so it's gluten-free. Make sure all the ingredients you use are gluten-free by checking the labels.

HOW DO I STORE GLUTEN-FREE WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE?

You can store it in the refrigerator. I like to give it a good shake and then use it. It can last up to 1 year.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE AND SOY SAUCE?

Worcestershire sauce has vinegar, molasses, sugar, shallots and/or garlic, and spices like cloves or celery seed, whereas soy sauce has soybeans, wheat, salt, and a fermenting agent. Worcestershire sauce has a longer fermentation period than soy sauce. 

WHAT CAN YOU USE INSTEAD OF WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE?

You can use any of the following, depending on what you are making:

• Fish sauce - It is not a bad second option, but check if the one you use is gluten-free.
• Soy sauce - This is a good second option, again, make sure it is gluten-free or use tamari soy sauce.
• Mix - Red vinegar or balsamic vinegar mixed with tamarind paste.
• Mix - You can also mix gluten-free soy sauce, ketchup, fish sauce, and tamarind paste to create something similar. I have not tried this mix yet.

RECIPES WITH GLUTEN-FREE WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE

Here are some of my recipes where you can add your newly made gluten-free Worcestershire sauce:

• Gluten-free Caesar salad dressing - scroll down to view the recipe.
• Gluten-free green bean casserole - Add it to this gluten-free green bean casserole that's simple to make and is customizable to fit your taste buds.
• Gluten-free beef stew - Instead of using red wine, add gluten-free Worcestershire sauce. 
• Gluten-free meatloaf - This is a no-fail gluten-free meatloaf that's easy to make, packed with flavor, and comforting any night of the week.
• Easy spinach dip - An easy gluten-free spinach dip using only 7 ingredients found in most kitchens. 

WHAT ARE THE BEST GLUTEN-FREE WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE BRANDS?

There are so many different gluten-free Worcestershire sauces available, but I like these the best!

• Natural Earth Products Organic Worcestershire Sauce
• WanJaShan Organic Gluten-Free Worcestershire Sauce
• The Wizards Gluten-free Worcestershire Sauce
• Haddar Gluten-free Worcestershire Sauce
• Lea & Perrins Gluten-free Worcestershire Sauce
• French's Gluten-free Worcestershire sauce
• Bull-Dog Gluten-free Worcestershire sauce
• Heinz Gluten-free Worcestershire sauce
• 365 Everyday Value Gluten-free Worcestershire sauce

Sauces do change ingredients, so please check the labels.

 Did you make this gluten-free Worcestershire sauce recipe? Please leave me a comment below letting me know what you thought.