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Carolina Gold bbq sauce in a glass jar with a spoon coming out.

Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce (Mustard Sauce)

Chef Ryan Littley
Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce is a distinct and much-loved condiment for just about anything smoked or barbecued in South Carolina. This unique mustard-based recipe shines a golden color on your favorite barbecued and smoked meats.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course condiment, Sauce
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 74 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup yellow mustard
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dry mustard
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt more or less to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional- more or less to taste

Instructions
 

  • Add the yellow mustard, ketchup, honey, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar to a saucepan over medium heat. Stir to combine and simmer until the brown sugar has dissolved into the mustard mixture (about 10 minutes)
  • Add the dry mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cayenne pepper to the mixture. Whisk to combine and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Set the sauce aside for 30 minutes before using it to allow the flavors to blend together.
  • If you are not using the sauce right away, store it refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
  • Serve with brisket, pulled pork, grilled chicken, pulled chicken, burgers. or as a condiment on your favorite sandwiches.
  • You can reheat the sauce when needed if you prefer it warm, or use it cold.

Notes

 

Nutrition

Calories: 74kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.004gSodium: 552mgPotassium: 103mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 69IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1mg
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