How to Make Western North Carolina Vinegar Barbeque Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet flavor of Western North Carolina Vinegar Barbeque Sauce. This beloved regional sauce has been a staple in North Carolina for generations, and for good reason. It's the perfect accompaniment to slow-cooked pork, chicken, or even grilled vegetables. Whether you're a fan of traditional barbeque or just looking to try something new, this sauce is sure to become a favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups cider vinegar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 ⅓ cups ketchup
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 days
  • Total Time: 2 days 50 mins
  • Servings: 32
  • Yield: 1 quart

  • Place vinegar, sugar, ketchup, butter, hot pepper sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes, mustard powder, salt, and pepper into a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. Remove from the stove and pour into a heat-proof bowl. Cover and refrigerate sauce for 2 days.
  • Strain sauce through a mesh sieve to remove red pepper flakes. Store sauce in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Nutrition

    58 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 214mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 12mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 85mg