Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce
A tangy, mustard-based barbecue sauce from South Carolina, known for its vibrant yellow color and a balance of sweetness and acidity. Perfect for complementing pork, chicken, and even grilled vegetables.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course sauce
Cuisine American
Servings 1 cups
Calories 16 kcal
- 1 cup yellow mustard
- Chili Pepper Madness
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- Quiche My Grits
- +1
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for heat
Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together all the ingredients until well combined.
Simmer: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cool: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool to room temperature.
Store: Transfer the cooled sauce to an airtight container or mason jar. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
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Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the heat level of the sauce.
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For a smoother texture, you can blend the sauce using an immersion blender before storing.
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This sauce pairs exceptionally well with pulled pork, grilled chicken, and roasted vegetables.
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