Best Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce Recipe (Mustard-based)
This authentic Carolina Gold BBQ sauce is a sweet and tangy mustard-based condiment that's absolutely delicious on pulled pork, chicken, or ribs! A golden yellow sauce on a pulled pork sandwich is an irresistible South Carolina experience you won't want to miss! Make this easy recipe in only five minutes!
Combine all ingredients and mix well. Add additional brown sugar or hot sauce to taste, if desired.
Refrigerate several hours or overnight to allow flavors to blend better, but you can use this sauce immediately. You may also simmer the sauce over medium heat on the stove for a few minutes to help unify the flavor.
To use this sauce like a true South Carolinian, mix it with pulled pork or shredded chicken rather than just drizzling it on top.
Notes
Recipe variations:
Honey Mustard BBQ Sauce - Swap the 2/3 cup of brown sugar for half a cup of honey.Bourbon Mustard BBQ Sauce - Add a couple tablespoons of bourbon to your sauce (to taste) and simmer the sauce for a few minutes on the stove.Spicy Mustard BBQ Sauce - Add some extra Frank's Red Hot or some cayenne pepper, to taste.Creamy Carolina Gold Sauce - Add 1/2 to 3/4 cup of mayo.