Best 9 Eastern North Carolina Style Barbecue Sauce Recipes

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Eastern North Carolina style barbecue sauce is a unique and flavorful sauce that is perfect for pork barbecue. It is made with a vinegar base and typically includes brown sugar, mustard, and spices. The sauce is thin and tangy, and it has a slightly sweet flavor. It is often served on pulled pork sandwiches or as a dipping sauce for other barbecue dishes. If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make barbecue sauce, then you should try Eastern North Carolina style barbecue sauce.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

NORTH CAROLINA-STYLE BBQ SAUCE



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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

2/3 cup white vinegar
2/3 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon pepper

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

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA-STYLE BARBECUE SAUCE



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Chris Schlesinger is the chef and an owner of the East Coast Grill in Cambridge, Mass., which he opened in 1985. He is also the author, with John Willoughby, of six cookbooks that relate somehow to the pleasures of fire. This is an adaptation of his recipe for barbecue sauce meant to be served with his pulled pork.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     condiments, dips and spreads, sauces and gravies

Time 10m

Yield About 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 tablespoon sugar
1/2 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk ingredients together in a bowl. Drizzle on barbecued meat. Covered, sauce will keep about 2 months.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 39, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 295 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA BBQ SAUCE



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I have tried a lot of recipes of Eastern North Carolina BBQ Sauce. This is the closest to what you will find in any of the BBQ Restaurants here in North Carolina. It is on the hot side, so you may wish to adjust the cayenne pepper and Tabasco™ sauce for milder flavor.

Provided by RODEO3829

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup white vinegar
1 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™), or to taste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the white vinegar, cider vinegar, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, hot pepper sauce, salt and pepper in a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 days before using so that the flavors will blend. Shake occasionally, and store for up to 2 months in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Sodium 76 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA BARBECUE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 10h50m

Yield 6 large servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 fresh pork butt, bone-in (this is the butt, or top portion, of the shoulder)
Kosher salt
Barbecue Sauce, recipe follows
2 cups apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons crushed red pepper
1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add hickory, oak, and maple chunks or chips to your smoker. Refer to the directions for your smoker to determine the correct amount of chips for the meat and for lighting instructions. When the chips are ready, add the pork and smoke it for 2 to 2 1/2 hours at 250 degrees F. Remove the pork and wrap it in heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  • Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F.
  • Cook the pork for 6 to 8 hours or until the meat is tender and falls apart when the bone is removed. Chop the pork coarsely and mix in salt and barbecue sauce, to taste. Serve with more barbecue sauce on the side.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the vinegar, red pepper, garlic, and salt over high heat. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium-high. Boil for 15 to 20 minutes and then remove from the heat. Let cool then add the black pepper.

ED MITCHELL'S EASTERN CAROLINA BARBECUE SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Yield Serves 12+

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 gallons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons salt
5 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 tablespoon black pepper
3 tablespoons sugar
2 cups water
2 cups Texas Pete hot sauce

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients in a container. Add to chopped barbecue to taste.

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA BBQ SAUCE



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There are lots of BBQ Sauce recipes out there, but I love the vinegar based NC sauce. It is very wet, and is great on pulled or chopped pork. We do not like it so much on chicken.

Provided by Beth roarsback

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup white vinegar
1 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco )
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the white vinegar, cider vinegar, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, hot pepper sauce, salt and pepper in a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 days before using so that the flavors will blend. Shake occasionally, and store for up to 2 months in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 22, Fat 0.1, Sodium 341.2, Carbohydrate 2.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 2, Protein 0.1

EAST CAROLINA BBQ SAUCE



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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

1 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper
2 to 3 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

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.

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA BARBEQUE SAUCE



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This piquant and spicy vinegar-based sauce, popular in Eastern North Carolina, is not for lightweights! It's great for all meats, but best on pork.

Provided by Lori

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 64

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 quarts cider vinegar
¼ cup salt
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons red pepper flakes
1 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together cider vinegar, salt, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, light brown sugar, and hot pepper sauce. Stir until salt and brown sugar have dissolved. Cover, and let stand at least 3 hours before using as a basting sauce or serving on meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 8.1 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA BASIC BARBECUE SAUCE



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In eastern NC barbecue is served at ALL outdoor events from reunions of all types to political gatherings or church suppers. This sauce, courtesy the NC Pork Producers As'sn. is a basic sauce and can be varied to suit your own tastes. The sauce is NOT cooked before use!

Provided by Dan-Amer 1

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 quarts apple cider vinegar
2 ounces crushed hot red peppers
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients well. Use to baste pig while barbecuing and to season chopped barbecue with. You can store this in an airtight container without refrigeration for several days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.3, Fat 0.2, Sodium 7028.2, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 5.4, Protein 0.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the sauce will be. Look for fresh produce, and use spices that are fresh and flavorful.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make barbecue sauce, so feel free to adjust the ingredients to suit your own taste. You can add more or less vinegar, sugar, or spices, or you can even add different ingredients, such as fruit or vegetables.
  • Let the sauce simmer for a while. This will allow the flavors to develop and deepen. The longer you simmer the sauce, the better it will taste.
  • Taste the sauce as you go. This is the best way to make sure that it is seasoned to your liking. If the sauce is too tart, add more sugar. If it is too sweet, add more vinegar. If it is too spicy, add more water.
  • Use the sauce on your favorite foods. Barbecue sauce is great on chicken, pork, ribs, and fish. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for vegetables or as a marinade.

Conclusion:

Eastern North Carolina-style barbecue sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of foods. It is easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like your sauce sweet, tangy, or spicy, you are sure to find a recipe that you love.

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