Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce

Prep Time

45 Minutes

Servings

20 Servings

Our Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce is a tangy, slightly sweet, mustard-based sauce that’s perfect for backyard cookouts and long weekend gatherings. Bold and balanced, it brings just the right kick to grilled chicken, pulled pork, or roasted veggies. Whether you’re hosting a Memorial Day BBQ or just firing up the grill with friends, this sauce is your go-to for bold, crowd-pleasing flavor.

Ingredients

1 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
3/4 cup Mustard
1/2 cup Tomato Paste
3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
1 tbsp Molasses
1/2 cup Ketchup
1/2 cup Water
1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 tsp Onion Powder
2 tbsp Paprika
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper
1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
1/8 tsp Ground Cinnamon
1/8 tsp Ground Cloves
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder

instructions

Whisk together all dry ingredients.
Add mustard, tomato paste, molasses, ketchup, slowly add vinegar and water to dry mixture.
Whisk until blended.
Heat over medium-low heat.
Simmer for 30-35 minutes.
Let sauce completely cool.
Store in an airtight container.

Notes:

Want to save time? Skip the simmer and blend everything cold for a tangy, no-cook version that still packs a punch.

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