Vinegar Based Carolina BBQ Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 cups
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Calories
127 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Vinegar Based Carolina BBQ Sauce Recipe
Description
The Vinegar Based Carolina BBQ Sauce Recipe centers on apple cider vinegar providing a bright, acidic backbone, while light brown sugar adds sweetness that balances the bite. Garlic and onion granules along with red pepper flakes and hot sauce contribute savory depth and gentle heat. The addition of ketchup adds subtle tomato richness without overwhelming the sharp vinegar flavor.
Simmering the sauce brings the flavors together and mellows the sharpness of the vinegar. The result is a thin, pourable sauce with a flavor profile distinct from thicker tomato-heavy BBQ sauces, favoring tang and spice.
This sauce suits a variety of grilled or smoked meats, especially pulled pork and chicken, as well as fries or other fried accompaniments. It can be made ahead and refrigerated, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify over several days but does not freeze well.
The recipe suggests substituting fresh minced garlic and onion lightly caramelized if preferred over granules, which offers a fresher taste variation.
Ingredients
- 3 cups apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar packed
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic granules
- 2 teaspoons onion granules
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/3 cup ketchup
Instructions
- Add the vinegar, brown sugar, and salt to a medium-size pot and bring to a boil.
- Add in all the other ingredients and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
- Cool and serve.
Notes
- This sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance to deepen flavors.
- Reheat desired amount over low heat until warm before using.
- Store covered in refrigerator for up to 21 days as it does not freeze well.
- Onion and garlic granules can be substituted with powders or lightly caramelized fresh garlic and onions for a different flavor.
- Pairs well with beef, pork, chicken, and french fries.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 127 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 127kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1418mg | 59% |
| Potassium | 284mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 699IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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