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Carolina Mustard Barbecue Sauce

A tangy and slightly sweet barbecue sauce, characteristic of North Carolina.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 cups
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan For simmering the sauce

Ingredients
  

Vinegar Base

  • 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup Yellow mustard
  • 1 cup Water

Sweet & Spicy

  • 1 cup Brown sugar Packed
  • 1 tablespoon Hot sauce Your favorite brand
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Ground
  • 2 teaspoon Salt

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, and water.
  • Add the brown sugar, hot sauce, black pepper, and salt.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.
  • Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and burning.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more hot sauce for heat, brown sugar for sweetness, or salt to taste.
  • Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.