Description
A tangy, mustard-based Carolina Gold BBQ sauce with honey, hot sauce, and garlic oil. Perfect for pulled pork, chicken, or ribs.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups classic yellow mustard
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 4 tablespoons all natural honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 tablespoons garlic oil*
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened ketchup
- 2 tablespoons frank’s red hot sauce
- 4 teaspoons gluten-free Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
* Sub with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil + 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients : Add mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic oil, ketchup, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and chili powder to a saucepan.
- Simmer : Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook : Let the sauce simmer for 20 minutes, whisking occasionally.
- Cool + Store : Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely before transferring to a jar.
Equipment

16oz Glass Jars with Airtight Lids
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40 Pack 4 oz Clear Yogurt Jars With Gold Lids
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- For a sweeter version, use more honey or maple syrup.
- For less spice, cut back on the hot sauce.
- Sauce is best after sitting overnight in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sauce / Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern American