Carolina-Style Barbeque Sauce

Carolina-style barbeque sauces are known for their peppery, vinegary kick; the fresh apple in this sauce brings a unique twist to a classic style.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 52 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
• 1 apple, peeled, cored and chopped
• 1 tablespoon ground black pepper, or to taste
• 0.5 teaspoon vegetable oil

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Place apple pieces in saucepan; cook and stir until they are slightly caramelized, about 2 minutes.

Step 2

Stir brown sugar into apples; cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture starts to bubble, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Pour apple cider vinegar into saucepan. Reduce heat to low and cover. Cook until the apples are soft and falling apart, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 4

Whisk in mustard, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.

Step 5

Transfer mixture to blender and puree until completely smooth.