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Carolina BBQ Sauce

Cultural Context

Carolina BBQ sauce is a staple in the southern United States, particularly in North Carolina. It is known for its vinegar-based flavor profile, which contrasts with the sweeter tomato-based sauces found in other regions. This sauce is often used for pulled pork and is integral to the barbecue culture in the Carolinas, where different styles of BBQ reflect local traditions and preferences.

AmericanUSSouthother
15 min
easy
Servings4
1 cup american-style mustard
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
6-7 drops Tabasco sauce
salt
pepper

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: sugar-free ketchup

💰Cheaper: tomato paste

Sugar-free options reduce calories.

1

Measure 1 cup of american-style mustard and add to a bowl.

2

Add about 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar to the mustard.

3

Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of paprika.

4

Mix in 1/2 cup of light brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of honey.

5

Add 6-7 drops of Tabasco sauce, and season with salt and pepper to taste, about 1/2 teaspoon.

6

Put the mixture on the hob and cook for about 15 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens.

7

Once cooked, pour the sauce into a container and let it cool before refrigerating.

Equipment Needed

hob

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-free

Also Known As

Carolina SauceEastern North Carolina Sauce

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