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    Carolina Gold Barbecue Sauce

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    A tangy and sweet barbecue sauce perfect for slathering on grilled meats or using as a dipping sauce.

    Ingredients for Carolina Gold Barbecue Sauce

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    Cider Vinegar

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    Vegetable Oil

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    Dijon Mustard

    tablespoons

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    Maple Syrup

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    Worcestershire Sauce

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    Hot Sauce

    teaspoons

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    Salt

    to taste

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    Black Pepper

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    How to Make Carolina Gold Barbecue Sauce

    1. Combine Ingredients

    Take a bowl and pour in cider vinegar and vegetable oil. Add Dijon mustard, followed by maple syrup or honey. Next, mix in Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce. Stir all these ingredients together until you achieve a smooth, homogenous mixture.

    2. Season with Salt and Pepper

    Season the mixture with salt and pepper. Start with a small amount, taste, and adjust as necessary to suit your preference. Remember, you can always add more, but you can't take it out once it's in.

    3. Store the Sauce

    Transfer your Carolina Gold Barbecue Sauce to a container and store it in the refrigerator. It will keep well for up to 4 days, allowing the flavors to meld even further.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Quality of Ingredients

    Start with the best quality mustard you can find, as it's the backbone of this sauce. A good quality apple cider vinegar is also essential for that characteristic tang.

    Balancing Flavors

    The balance of sweetness, acidity, and heat is crucial. Use honey for a more complex sweetness than regular sugar, and adjust the vinegar and honey to your taste.

    Resting Time

    Let the sauce cool and refrigerate for at least a few hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to fully develop.

    Consistency

    Carolina Gold should be pourable but not too thin. Adjust with water or apple cider vinegar if needed.

    Heat Control

    Gently simmer the sauce to allow the flavors to meld without reducing it too much, maintaining a pourable consistency.


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