Carolina BBQ Sauce

This classic vinegar-based sauce is tangy, peppery, and perfect for pulled pork.

Ingredients

• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes (more if you like heat)
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.
2. Heat gently, stirring until the sugar dissolves (do not boil).
3. Remove from heat and let cool.
4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before using. Keeps for several weeks in the refrigerator.

South Carolina Mustard Variation
If you mean the mustard-based Carolina sauce popular in parts of South Carolina, whisk together:

• 1 cup yellow mustard
• 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt