Rodney Scott's Secret Eastern Carolina Barbecue Sauce
Description
Chef John's version of Rodney Scott's Eastern Carolina BBQ sauce includes tangy vinegar and various kinds of ground pepper.
Ingredients
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2 cups distilled white vinegar
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3 thin slices lemon, seeded
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1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon ground ancho chile pepper
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1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
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1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
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1/4 cup white sugar
Directions
1
Gather all ingredients.
2
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.
3
Place over medium-high heat and bring to a simmer. Stir, turn off heat, and let cool to room temperature.
4
Transfer into a plastic squeeze bottle or other vessel.