Uncle Earl's NC BBQ Sauce

BBQ Sauce

Uncle Earl's NC BBQ Sauce

Uncle Earl's NC BBQ Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    20 mins
  • SERVING
    128 People
  • VIEWS
    24

A fiery and flavorful sauce that elevates pulled pork, grilled chicken, or anything else you dare to slather it on. This tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet concoction will bring the taste of North Carolina barbecue to your kitchen.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    4 g
  • Cholesterol
    2 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    127 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, sugar, butter, red pepper flakes, and hot sauce. (5 minutes)

02

Step
5 mins

Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently until the butter is completely melted and the sugar has dissolved. (5 minutes)

03

Step
30 mins

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors have melded together. (30 minutes)

04

Step
10 mins

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. (10 minutes)

For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to blend the sauce after simmering.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes and hot sauce to your preferred level of spiciness.
This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
For longer storage, the sauce can be canned using a pressure canner, following proper canning procedures.

Levi Lakin

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.1/ 5 ( 8 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)

  • Rebeka Kihn

    Jun 12, 2025

    So easy to make, and tastes just like the BBQ sauce from my favorite NC restaurant!

  • Jeanette Goyette

    May 30, 2025

    Definitely adjust the heat to your liking. I used half the red pepper flakes and it was still pretty spicy!

  • Cheyenne Labadie

    May 4, 2025

    This sauce is amazing! I made it for a BBQ and everyone raved about it.

  • Wilfredo Hettinger

    Apr 10, 2025

    I added a little brown sugar for a richer flavor, and it was perfect!

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