Carolina BBQ Sauce

Carolina BBQ Sauce combines the tangy zest of apple cider vinegar with the sweetness of brown sugar and a rich tomato base. Infused with a selection of spices, including chili powder, garlic, and onion, this sauce brings a vibrant flavor to any BBQ dish. It’s versatile enough for marinating, basting, or as a dipping sauce. Enhance dishes like pulled pork, chicken, or ribs by preparing this easy-to-make, customizable sauce that lets you adjust the sweetness and heat to your liking.

Ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 Tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 Tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a saucepan.
2. Whisk ingredients together until the mixture is smooth.
3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
4. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
5. After cooking, remove the saucepan from heat. Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature.
6. Transfer the cooled sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate until needed.

Keywords: Dipping, Homemade, Tangy, Versatile, Zesty, Sauces, American

Spice Rack: Chili Powder, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Black Pepper

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