Lexington Style BBQ Sauce Recipe
Lexington Style BBQ Sauce Recipe is a tangy, vinegar-based sauce from North Carolina. Made with cider vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and spices like red pepper flakes, it's known for its balance of sweet and spicy flavors. Ideal for pulled pork, this thin sauce is simmered briefly to blend flavors and served as a dip, mop sauce, or table condiment.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or whisk
- Jar or bottle for storage
Ingredients
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup tomato ketchup
- 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon your favorite hot sauce
Instructions
- Pour the apple cider vinegar into a small saucepan. Add ketchup, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, black pepper, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, and hot sauce. Place the pan over medium heat and stir the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Bring the sauce to a low simmer. Let it cook uncovered for about 8 to 10 minutes. Stir occasionally. Do not boil it should remain thin and tangy.
- Remove the pan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Taste and adjust the heat level if desired by adding more pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- Pour the cooled sauce into a jar or bottle. Store in the refrigerator. Shake before each use. Perfect for pulled pork, chopped BBQ, or as a table sauce.
Notes
Nutrition Facts Of Lexington Style BBQ Sauce Recipe
| Nutrition | Amounts |
|---|---|
| Calories | 20 |
| Total Fat | 0g |
| Saturated Fat | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 0mg |
| Sodium | 100mg |
| Carbohydrates | 4g |
| Sugars | 3g |
| Protein | 0g |