How to Make Carolina-Style Barbeque Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to barbeque, every region in the United States has its own distinct style of sauce. In the Carolinas, barbeque sauce is characterized by its tangy, vinegar-based flavor and its thin consistency. Carolina-style barbeque sauce is the perfect complement to grilled or smoked meats, especially pork. This sauce is beloved for its bold flavor and its ability to liven up any dish with a burst of tangy goodness.

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Ingredients

  • ½ teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 apple, peeled, cored and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Place apple pieces in saucepan; cook and stir until they are slightly caramelized, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir brown sugar into apples; cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture starts to bubble, about 2 minutes.
  • Pour apple cider vinegar into saucepan. Reduce heat to low and cover. Cook until the apples are soft and falling apart, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Whisk in mustard, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
  • Transfer mixture to blender and puree until completely smooth.
  • Nutrition

    52 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 63mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 18mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 110mg