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Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce

Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce

  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: About 1 1/2 cups 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce is a bright, tangy, and slightly sweet mustard-based Southern-style barbecue sauce. It delivers a vibrant flavor boost with a perfect balance of mustard, vinegar, and spices, making it versatile for pork, chicken, fish, roasted vegetables, and sandwiches. Easy to make from simple pantry staples, this sauce adds an authentic Southern charm and is a healthier alternative to typical ketchup-based barbecue sauces.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow mustard
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Dry Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce to create the tangy, flavorful base of the sauce.
  2. Add Dry Ingredients: Mix in brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt carefully, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Simmer the Sauce: Place the saucepan over medium heat, bringing the sauce to a gentle simmer while stirring frequently to prevent burning and encourage thickening.
  4. Adjust Seasonings: Taste your sauce and adjust vinegar for tang, sugar for sweetness, or spices for depth, tailoring it perfectly to your preference.
  5. Cool and Store: Remove from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature before transferring to a jar or bottle. Refrigerate until ready to use, allowing flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Use a sharp yellow mustard for best tang and color.
  • Adjust vinegar amounts gradually to avoid overpowering tartness.
  • Simmer over medium heat to prevent scorching and develop a well-rounded flavor.
  • Allow the sauce to sit overnight to deepen flavor and create a smoother texture.
  • Substitute brown sugar with honey or maple syrup for natural sweetness variations.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop Simmering
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 40
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 0.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0.3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce, mustard BBQ sauce, Southern BBQ sauce, tangy BBQ sauce, mustard-based BBQ sauce, homemade BBQ sauce

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