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I’m pretty sure you’ll think I picked just the right sauce to kick off this year.

Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce 01 | Inspiration KitchenBy the way – least I forget – Happy New Year everyone!

I think this sauce is perfect for the BIG things that are coming in 2014.

It’s sassy, saucy, tangy, and spicy with a lot of zing and zip and is perfect for ribs or chicken (even fish!).

Everyone loves a sassy sauce, right?

And because 2014 is going to be such a BIG year with great things (I can just feel it!!!…can’t you?).  I think y’all deserve something FAB to kick-off this totally awesome New Year.

here.she.is.!!!

Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce 02 | Inspiration KitchenIsn’t she pretty?  We looove her.

Is it any surprise that one of my very favorite things in the whole wide world is mustard?

Yep.  French’s and me?  We’re like BFFs.

What you will love about this sauce (other than it’s amazing taste) is that it’s easy to make (measured and in the saucepan in less than <5 minutes).  Then, just let her simmer into spicy goodness on medium-low for a total of 40 mins.  Before you know it, it’s ready to baste on your favorite barbeque-d or baked meat like ribs, fish or chicken.

Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce 03 | Inspiration KitchenHere we are, getting it all ready.  See the cayenne and chili powder there?  That’s what gives it that spicy kick we all love so much!

And, of course, it never hurts to play with your food a bit.

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Make some zigs and some zags.

Don’t be afraid to get all fancy chef-like neither.  I could totally see this served in a restaurant, can’t you?

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Or just go craaaaaaazy with the sauce like I do.

Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce 06 | Inspiration KitchenYou know, cause we love Frenchies so much?

(Yes, I know I said Frenchies.  You can do that when you’re BFFs.)

Now, before you dig in and get all messy… be sure to take a good look at her.  Get up real close and personal.

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(Last photo by The Husband)

Then, after you’ve paid your proper respects, for pete’s sake!, dig right in!

Enjoy!

Print Recipe

Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce

Spicy, tangy Mustard BBQ sauce, excellent on ribs or chicken!
Course: Main
Author: Kristi

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups prepared yellow mustard
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 3/4 cup dark beer I used Negra Modelo
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon Liquid Smoke Hickory flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce I used Franks Red Hot

Instructions

  • In a medium-sized saucepan, stir together the mustard, brown sugar, vinegar, and dark beer. Season with chili powder, black pepper, white pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring sauce to a simmer over medium-low heat, and cook for 20 minutes. DO NOT BOIL, or you will scorch the sugar and peppers.
  • Mix in the Worcestershire sauce, butter, Liquid Smoke and hot sauce. Simmer on low for another 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and use to baste fish, beef or chicken. If not using right away, pour into an airtight jar, and refrigerate overnight. The vinegar taste may be a little strong until the sauce completely cools; it will mellow after refrigerated.

Recipe adapted from All Recipes @ Best Carolina BBQ Meat Sauce.

 

Comments

    • Kristi says

      Thanks Cindy! We had so much fun that day – I’ve never ‘played’ with food before, but I’m definitely going to be doing that more often! Thanks for the pin! BTW, I love love love smoked chicken – you made my mouth water! 🙂

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  5. Marcie says

    You are feeling sassy this post, just like that sauce — I feel it! Lol I love French’s, playing with my food, and sauces with a kick. What a fun way to start off 2014.

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  7. Kelly says

    Happy New Year Kristi! We love sassy sauces and this one sounds awesome and so flavorful! Love how fun these pictures are and your hubby did a great job with the last one 🙂

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  12. Consuelo @ Honey & Figs says

    I’m a big fan of both mustard and bbq sauce, so I’m sure I’d really really really like this one. The color is the most gorgeous thing ever, and the spicy kick sounds wonderful.
    Need. To. Try.
    Have a nice Sunday! xx

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  13. Liz @ Life Made Sweet says

    Happy New Year Kristie!! I used to hate mustard as a kid and always preferred it’s evil twin ketchup. But now that I have grown and am so much wiser I love it! Can you find liquid smoke in the normal grocery stores?

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    • Kristi says

      Yes! You can find Liquid Smoke in the grocery store. In my grocery store, it is near the steak sauces and such. I have never been a ketchup fan, although I did buy some Habanero ketchup the other day (you know how I love my spicy foods), but it wasn’t hot enough for me – darn it!!! Have a great new year!

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  16. Juliana says

    Beautiful color this mustard of yours, and from the ingredients must taste delicious…thanks for the recipe Kristi.
    Happy New Year to you too, and have a great week ahead 😀

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  19. amy says

    I have totally been trying to think of ways to spice up the grilled white fish i always have when this post popped up on my radar- looks like a great way to spice up dishes. I have become a Tabasco addict recently so I think this is going to go down very well with me

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  21. mimi says

    wow. that is stunning sauce!!! when you mean prepared mustard, you mean actual purchased mustard, right? Not ground mustard seeds? Just checking…

    Reply

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