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Barbecue Sauce, Carolina-Style

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Keyword: BBQ/Smoking Recipes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup prepared yellow mustard
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup white granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup cider vinegar
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients, except soy sauce, and butter, in a medium saucepan.
  • Simmer on low for 20 minutes, making sure to stir occasionally.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and simmer for 10 more minutes.
  • Allow sauce to cool slightly before using. If making ahead of time, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days after preparation.

Mustard

  • If using mustard powder instead of prepared mustard, mix 1/3 cup each of mustard powder, water and (cider) vinegar in a non-metalic bowl.
  • Stir well, then leave to stand for 30-60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Optionally you can add a teaspoon of honey to sweeten.