Carolina Gold Barbecue Sauce
Elevate your barbecue game with this tangy and irresistible Carolina Gold Barbecue Sauce, a bold and flavorful twist on traditional BBQ sauces. Anchored by its signature ingredient, yellow mustard, this Southern classic combines the zing of apple cider vinegar, the subtle sweetness of brown sugar and honey, and a touch of smoky paprika for a perfectly balanced blend of flavors. A hint of Worcestershire sauce and optional cayenne pepper add depth and customizable heat, making it the ideal complement to pulled pork, grilled chicken, or ribs. Ready in just 15 minutes, this golden-hued sauce is not only quick and easy to prepare but also versatile—use it as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce to brighten up any meal. Store it in your fridge for up to two weeks to enjoy its vibrant, tangy goodness whenever cravings strike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow mustard
- 0.333 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce.
Stir over medium heat until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Whisk to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or cayenne to suit your desired flavor profile.
Transfer the sauce to a clean jar or bottle. Allow it to cool completely before sealing and storing in the refrigerator.
Use as a barbecue sauce for pork, chicken, or as a dip. The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.4 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3894 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.4 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 202 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 769 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
