Carolina Gold Barbecue Sauce

Elevate your barbecue game with this tangy and irresistible Carolina Gold Barbecue Sauce, a bold and flavorful twist on traditional BBQ sauces. Anchored by its signature ingredient, yellow mustard, this Southern classic combines the zing of apple cider vinegar, the subtle sweetness of brown sugar and honey, and a touch of smoky paprika for a perfectly balanced blend of flavors. A hint of Worcestershire sauce and optional cayenne pepper add depth and customizable heat, making it the ideal complement to pulled pork, grilled chicken, or ribs. Ready in just 15 minutes, this golden-hued sauce is not only quick and easy to prepare but also versatile—use it as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce to brighten up any meal. Store it in your fridge for up to two weeks to enjoy its vibrant, tangy goodness whenever cravings strike!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Yellow mustard
• 0.333 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Ketchup
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 2

Stir over medium heat until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Whisk to combine.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or cayenne to suit your desired flavor profile.

Step 7

Transfer the sauce to a clean jar or bottle. Allow it to cool completely before sealing and storing in the refrigerator.

Step 8

Use as a barbecue sauce for pork, chicken, or as a dip. The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(431.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	475.9

Total Fat 9.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3894.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 80.4g
Protein 10.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 202.1mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 769.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.2%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 77.3%