Carolina red barbecue sauce, a staple of Southern cuisine, is known for its distinctive red hue, smoky flavor, and tangy sweetness. This versatile sauce is perfect for slathering on pork, chicken, or beef, and adds a delicious touch to sandwiches, burgers, and even pizza. With its complex blend of spices, vinegar, and tomatoes, Carolina red barbecue sauce is sure to add a burst of flavor to your next culinary creation.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HOMEMADE CAROLINA BBQ SAUCE RECIPE
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a medium sized sauce pan. Whisk well to combine.
- Place the pan over medium heat and bring to a rapid simmer. Reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook, whisking occasionally, until the sauce is glossy and thickened, about 15-18 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Taste and adjust for seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Allow to cool to room temperature before using. Or, allow to cool to room temperature, transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy with pork, chicken, ribs, on sandwiches - whatever!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Sodium 743 mg, Sugar 15 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CAROLINA BBQ SAUCE
A friend gave me this recipe some years ago for a vinegar-based sauce with mustard seed. You can use smoked pork neck bones in place of ham hocks if available.
Provided by go_vikes
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes BBQ Sauce Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the cider vinegar, apple cider, brown sugar, mustard seed, Dijon mustard, tomato paste, salt, black pepper, and neck bones in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat; simmer until the sauce thickens, 30 to 40 minutes. Skim any foam from the surface of the liquid and discard. Remove and discard the neck bones. Cool the sauce to room temperature or use immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 207.8 mg, Sugar 22.9 g
CAROLINA BBQ SAUCE (NECTAR OF THE SOUTH)
Vinegar based bbq sauce is a very North Carolina thing that goes back a very long way when making pulled pork or grilled chicken.
Provided by Chef Tariq
Categories Basics
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add all ingredients together in a pan over medium high heat.
- Bring to a boil and cook for five minutes while stirring.
- Cool to room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1826 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 42 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SOUTH CAROLINA BARBECUE SAUCE
Steps:
- Combine 2/3 cup yellow mustard, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce and 2 teaspoons hot sauce in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, whisking, until the sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in 3 tablespoons butter until melted; season with salt and pepper. Let cool.
CAROLINA RED BARBECUE SAUCE
Categories Sauce No-Cook Quick & Easy Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Stir all ingredients in small bowl until sugar and salt dissolve. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
CAROLINA BBQ GOLD SAUCE
A slightly sweet, mustard-based barbecue sauce popular in South Carolina for use when grilling or roasting chicken and pork. Recipe is for a mild version - with an optional Hot version. If you like really browned chicken, start basting early; otherwise, baste frequently after the first 30 minutes of grilling. For crockpot BBQ, add 1 cup of sauce the crockpot with Boston butt, and cook until very tender. Remove and discard excess fat from pork. Chop or shred pork, place in buns, and serve with extra sauce.(serving=1/4 cup)
Provided by BeachGirl
Categories Sauces
Time 45m
Yield 1 quart, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In saucepan, whisk together all dry ingredients.
- Add mustard, tomato paste, and molasses.
- Slowly add vinegar, whisking till blended.
- Add water and whisk to blend.
- Heat over medium-low heat till hot; lower to simmer and simmer 30-45 minutes.
- Cool, then pour into glass bottle or other non-reactive container.
- Refrigerate, if desired.
- Our favorite way to use this sauce (1) poured over chopped pork on buns or (2) to baste bone-in chicken when grilling.
- 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.
EAST CAROLINA BBQ SAUCE
On a recent trip to the East Coast, I discovered this bold, spicy Carolina BBQ sauce. I'm not a huge fan of the thick and sugary sauces you typically see, so this recipe really intrigued me. It was served with pulled pork, but I've tried it on chicken and it works beautifully. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 5m
Yield 1 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a jar or shaker. Seal and shake until sugar has completely dissolved. Use or store at room-temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 15 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 305mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
BEST CAROLINA BBQ MEAT SAUCE
I can't take all the credit for this stuff. I have had to search, and snoop and experiment to get it right. (Thanks Big Daddy's!) But I've had barbeque in some of the best little places in the Carolina's, and this stuff rules there! Fantastic on pork! Or try brushing some on chicken as it finishes off the grill! Use fresh ground peppers for the best flavor. This will keep in fridge for a couple of weeks.
Provided by TRIPPER
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes BBQ Sauce Recipes
Time 8h55m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a heavy non-reactive saucepan, stir together the mustard, brown sugar, vinegar, and beer. Season with chili powder and black, white, and cayenne peppers. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, and cook for about 20 minutes. DO NOT BOIL, or you will scorch the sugar and peppers.
- Mix in the Worcestershire sauce, butter, and liquid smoke. Simmer for another 15 to 20 minutes. Taste, and season with hot sauce to your liking. Pour into an airtight jar, and refrigerate for overnight to allow flavors to blend. The vinegar taste may be a little strong until the sauce completely cools.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 396.3 mg, Sugar 9.4 g
NORTH CAROLINA-STYLE BBQ SAUCE
Blending two vinegars helps re-create the BBQ sauce we love from my mother's North Carolina roots. - Gloria McKinley, Lakeland, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 25m
Yield 1-2/3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until flavors are blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 26 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 179mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BARBECUE SAUCE (RED)
This is a great all-purpose barbecue sauce. It's great on any type of meat, but for pork, I would double up on the peppers.
Provided by breezermom
Categories Sauces
Time 50m
Yield 4-5 cups
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Saute the onions, peppers, and crushed red pepper in the canola oil or butter over medium heat until lightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic and simmer for 5 minutes more.
- Add the chili powder, black pepper, brown sugars, honey, and molasses and cook until carmelized. Add the vinegar, salt water, mustard, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add the ketchup and simmer for 10 minutes. Let cool before storing.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients to create the best possible sauce. Look for fresh tomatoes, onions, and peppers, and use a good quality vinegar and brown sugar.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. You can add a variety of spices, herbs, and other ingredients to create a unique and delicious sauce.
- Cook the sauce slowly over low heat to allow the flavors to develop and meld together.
- Taste the sauce regularly and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may need to add more vinegar, sugar, or spices to achieve the desired flavor.
- Let the sauce cool completely before using it. This will allow the flavors to continue to develop and deepen.
Conclusion:
Carolina Red Barbecue Sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of foods. It is perfect for chicken, pork, beef, and fish, and can also be used as a marinade or dipping sauce. With its smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet flavor, Carolina Red Barbecue Sauce is sure to please everyone at your next barbecue or cookout.
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