Rodney Scott's Secret Eastern Carolina Barbecue Sauce

Chef John's version of Rodney Scott's Eastern Carolina BBQ sauce includes tangy vinegar and various kinds of ground pepper.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 16 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 cups distilled white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground ancho chile pepper
• 3 thin slices lemon, seeded
• 0.25 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 0.25 cup white sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour white vinegar into a saucepan; add lemon slices, black pepper, cayenne, paprika, ancho chile powder, pepper flakes, and white pepper. Add sugar. Whisk to combine.

Step 2

Place over medium-high heat and bring to a simmer. Stir, turn off heat, and let cool to room temperature.

Step 3

Transfer into a plastic squeeze bottle or other vessel.