CAROLINA BBQ SAUCE

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This spicy, tangy sauce, adapted from Skylight Inn in Ayden, NC, adds zip to any BBQ dish. It's vinegar-based, according to classic Carolina tradition.

Provided by Sam Jones

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield 25 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper
3 tablespoons hot sauce, preferably Texas Pete brand
1/4 cup Sweet BBQ Pit Sauce, see "Sweet BBQ Pit Sauce" lesson for recipe; or use another sweet BBQ sauce
1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl combine sugar, black pepper, chili powder, crushed red pepper, and hot sauce to make a paste. Add the BBQ sauce, followed by vinegar; stir well to combine. The final consistency should be quite fluid, rather than thick. Keeps in a covered container at room temperature for several months. Makes about 2 cups.

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