Carolina Bbq Gold Sauce Recipe

Name: Carolina Bbq Gold Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups apple cider vinegar; 1 1/2 cups prepared mustard; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 1/2 cups Splenda granular or 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons molasses; 1 cup water; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 -2 teaspoon onion powder or 1/2 cup finely minced onion, sauteed; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; OPTIONAL Add for HOT Version of Sauce; 1/4 - 3/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 1/2 - 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 2 -3 teaspoons louisianna hot sauce (optional)

Servings: persons

2 cups apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 cups prepared mustard
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 1/2 cups Splenda granular or 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons molasses
1 cup water
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 -2 teaspoon onion powder or 1/2 cup finely minced onion, sauteed
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
OPTIONAL Add for HOT Version of Sauce
1/4 - 3/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1/2 - 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
2 -3 teaspoons louisianna hot sauce (optional)

1
In saucepan, whisk together all dry ingredients.
2
Add mustard, tomato paste, and molasses.
3
Slowly add vinegar, whisking till blended.
4
Add water and whisk to blend.
5
Heat over medium-low heat till hot; lower to simmer and simmer 30-45 minutes.
6
Cool, then pour into glass bottle or other non-reactive container.
7
Refrigerate, if desired.
8
Our favorite way to use this sauce (1) poured over chopped pork on buns or (2) to baste bone-in chicken when grilling.
9
The sooner you baste, the more browned the chicken gets, and we like it browned and charred (not burned), so we baste early and frequently.

408

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups apple cider vinegar, 1 1/2 cups prepared mustard, 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste, 1 1/2 cups Splenda granular or 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Carolina Bbq Gold Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Carolina Bbq Gold Sauce

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