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Authentic North Carolina Style BBQ Sauce

This authentic vinegar-based Carolina BBQ sauce combines the perfect balance of tangy apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, brown sugar, and spicy cayenne. It's the ideal complement to pulled pork, smoked chicken, and traditional Carolina barbecue.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 day 5 minutes
Servings: 32 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 4
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce like Tabasco
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Find a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid that can hold at least 2 cups of liquid.
  2. Pour the white vinegar and apple cider vinegar into the container.
  3. Add the brown sugar, cayenne pepper, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds until the sugar is dissolved.
  5. For best results, refrigerate for at least 24 hours before using to allow the flavors to fully develop.
  6. Shake again before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 4kcalCarbohydrates: 1gSodium: 76mgSugar: 1g
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