Best 11 True Southeastern North Carolina Bbq Sauce Recipes

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**True Southeastern North Carolina BBQ Sauce: A Tangy, Vinegar-Based Delight**

In the realm of barbecue sauces, the True Southeastern North Carolina BBQ Sauce stands as a testament to the region's culinary heritage. Originating from the eastern coastal plains of North Carolina, this sauce is a lip-smacking blend of vinegar, pepper, and spices that imparts a tangy, smoky flavor to pork barbecue. Unlike its tomato-based counterparts, this vinegar-based sauce is characterized by its bright acidity and subtle sweetness, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Whether you're a seasoned pitmaster or a backyard barbecue enthusiast, this sauce will elevate your pork dishes to new heights. This article presents a collection of carefully curated recipes that capture the essence of this regional specialty. From the classic Eastern North Carolina BBQ Sauce to variations that incorporate unique ingredients, these recipes offer a tantalizing journey into the world of vinegar-based barbecue sauces. Get ready to experience the true taste of North Carolina barbecue, where the tangy sauce takes center stage.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SOUTH CAROLINA BARBECUE SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Combine 2/3 cup yellow mustard, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce and 2 teaspoons hot sauce in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, whisking, until the sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in 3 tablespoons butter until melted; season with salt and pepper. Let cool.

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA BBQ SAUCE



Eastern North Carolina BBQ Sauce image

I have tried a lot of recipes of Eastern North Carolina BBQ Sauce. This is the closest to what you will find in any of the BBQ Restaurants here in North Carolina. It is on the hot side, so you may wish to adjust the cayenne pepper and Tabasco™ sauce for milder flavor.

Provided by RODEO3829

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup white vinegar
1 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™), or to taste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the white vinegar, cider vinegar, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, hot pepper sauce, salt and pepper in a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 days before using so that the flavors will blend. Shake occasionally, and store for up to 2 months in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Sodium 76 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CAROLINA VINEGAR BBQ SAUCE



Carolina Vinegar BBQ Sauce image

Carolina Vinegar BBQ Sauce is tangy, spicy and is the ultimate sauce when you're serving pork!

Provided by Donya Mullins

Categories     Extras     Main Course

Time 7m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer cooking for 2 minutes until sugar and salt dissolves.
  • Remove from heat and let cool. Store in a covered jar or bottle in the refrigerator until ready to use. It can be stored for up to 3 weeks.

NORTH CAROLINA-STYLE BBQ SAUCE



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Blending two vinegars helps re-create the BBQ sauce we love from my mother's North Carolina roots. - Gloria McKinley, Lakeland, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 1-2/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2/3 cup white vinegar
2/3 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until flavors are blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 26 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 179mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

NORTH CAROLINA-STYLE VINEGAR BARBECUE SAUCE



North Carolina-Style Vinegar Barbecue Sauce image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield about 1 quart

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 ounces applewood-smoked bacon (in one piece), cut into large chunks
3/4 cup beef stock or broth
1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Combine the bacon, beef stock, cider vinegar, white vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, red pepper flakes, chile powder and 1 tablespoon salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium low and simmer until the bacon renders its fat, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat; set aside to let the flavors develop, 20 minutes. Remove the bacon. Reheat the sauce before serving.

SOUTHEASTERN NORTH CAROLINA PULLED PORK



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Make and share this Southeastern North Carolina Pulled Pork recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Leta8076

Categories     Pork

Time 4h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 -5 lbs boneless pork roast (Boston Butt is recommended)
true se nc barbecue sauce (True Southeastern North Carolina BBQ Sauce)
1/4 cup new mexico chile powder
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients for the rub together until well blended.
  • Rub on the pork roast.
  • Allow to stand 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Place pork roast in a baking pan, add about 1/4 cup water and cover tightly.
  • Bake slowly (250 F- 300 F) for 4 to 5 hours, or until the meat is tender enough to"pull" with a fork.
  • Shred the meat and then add 1/4 to 1/3 cup of recipe number 51595, True Southeastern North Carolina BBQ Sauce.
  • Stir through the meat until absorbed (you don't want sauce standing in the bottom of the dish, as it can become quite strong in flavor).
  • Serve with hush puppies and coleslaw (I recommend Chia's Cole Slaw recipe#47606).
  • If making pulled pork sandwiches, just put the pork on a hamburger bun, with some coleslaw that has been flavored with mustard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 663.6, Fat 29.6, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 259.9, Sodium 1422, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4.8, Protein 87.1

BEST CAROLINA BBQ MEAT SAUCE



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I can't take all the credit for this stuff. I have had to search, and snoop and experiment to get it right. (Thanks Big Daddy's!) But I've had barbeque in some of the best little places in the Carolina's, and this stuff rules there! Fantastic on pork! Or try brushing some on chicken as it finishes off the grill! Use fresh ground peppers for the best flavor. This will keep in fridge for a couple of weeks.

Provided by TRIPPER

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 8h55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups prepared yellow mustard
½ cup packed brown sugar
¾ cup cider vinegar
¾ cup beer
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1 ½ teaspoons liquid smoke flavoring
1 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • In a heavy non-reactive saucepan, stir together the mustard, brown sugar, vinegar, and beer. Season with chili powder and black, white, and cayenne peppers. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, and cook for about 20 minutes. DO NOT BOIL, or you will scorch the sugar and peppers.
  • Mix in the Worcestershire sauce, butter, and liquid smoke. Simmer for another 15 to 20 minutes. Taste, and season with hot sauce to your liking. Pour into an airtight jar, and refrigerate for overnight to allow flavors to blend. The vinegar taste may be a little strong until the sauce completely cools.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 396.3 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA BARBECUE SAUCE WITH A WEST COAST TWIST



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I'm not sure if using honey instead of sugar really qualifies as a 'West Coast twist,' but it does ensure that people from North Carolina can't attack me for this Eastern North Carolina-style barbecue sauce not being authentic. Anyway, while this isn't exactly what you might find in the Tar Heel State, it was fantastic on pulled pork.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon honey, or other sweetener to taste
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon hot red pepper flakes
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup white distilled vinegar

Steps:

  • Whisk honey, black pepper, red pepper flakes, salt, apple cider vinegar, and white distilled vinegar together in a bowl. Let sauce sit overnight to blend flavors together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 17 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 181.5 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

EASY NORTH CAROLINA BARBEQUE



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I just love vinegar-based barbeque. I looked high and low for an easy recipe for North Carolina barbeque; this is it! Be warned; your friends will want the recipe. Eat it with a fork or on rolls with coleslaw.

Provided by Phil

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Shoulder Recipes

Time 9h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (5 pound) pork butt roast
2 cups white vinegar
1 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons white sugar

Steps:

  • Trim the fat from the roast; place in slow cooker and cook on Low overnight, at least 8 hours.
  • To make the sauce, whisk together the vinegar, melted butter, salt, lemon juice, crushed red pepper, hot sauce, black pepper, and sugar in a bowl.
  • Carefully remove the roast to a cutting board. Pull the meat from the bone with a fork. Return the pork to the slow cooker. Pour the sauce over the pulled pork. Simmer for 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 134.1 mg, Fat 37.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 1630.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

LEXINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA BBQ SAUCE



Lexington, North Carolina BBQ Sauce image

Make and share this Lexington, North Carolina BBQ Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Belgophile

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 2 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup water
1 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon table salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients until sugar and salt are dissolved.
  • Pull pork into thin shreds and toss with half of the sauce. Save the remaining sauce to serve at the table for people who like a little more.
  • Makes about 2 cups.

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA BARBEQUE SAUCE



Eastern North Carolina Barbeque Sauce image

This piquant and spicy vinegar-based sauce, popular in Eastern North Carolina, is not for lightweights! It's great for all meats, but best on pork.

Provided by Lori

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 64

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 quarts cider vinegar
¼ cup salt
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons red pepper flakes
1 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together cider vinegar, salt, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, light brown sugar, and hot pepper sauce. Stir until salt and brown sugar have dissolved. Cover, and let stand at least 3 hours before using as a basting sauce or serving on meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 8.1 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of peppers. This will give your sauce a more complex flavor. Some good options include cayenne pepper, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make barbecue sauce, so feel free to adjust the ingredients to your liking. You can add more or less sugar, vinegar, or spices, depending on your taste.
  • Let the sauce simmer for a while. This will help the flavors to develop and deepen. The longer you simmer the sauce, the better it will taste.
  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your sauce the best flavor.
  • Store the sauce in a cool, dark place. This will help it to last longer.

Conclusion:

True Southeastern North Carolina BBQ sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of foods. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are grilling or smoking, give this sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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