Get ready to elevate your barbecue skills with the ultimate game-changing sauce that will have your guests begging for your secret recipe! Dean Smith's Barbecue Mop Sauce is not just a condiment – it's a flavor explosion that transforms ordinary grilled meats into extraordinary culinary masterpieces. This tangy, spicy, and incredibly versatile sauce is designed to keep your meats moist, infuse incredible depth of flavor, and create that professional pitmaster experience right in your own backyard.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
Instructions
- In a medium-sized non-reactive mixing bowl, combine the apple cider vinegar and water, creating a liquid base for the barbecue mop sauce.
- Carefully measure and add the salt, ensuring even distribution throughout the liquid mixture.
- Gradually incorporate the black pepper, stirring continuously to prevent clumping and ensure uniform seasoning.
- Add the cayenne pepper, which will provide a distinctive spicy heat to the barbecue sauce mop.
- Sprinkle in the garlic powder, allowing its aromatic qualities to infuse into the liquid base.
- Mix in the onion powder, which will contribute a subtle depth of flavor to the sauce.
- Whisk all ingredients together thoroughly until the dry spices are completely dissolved and integrated with the vinegar and water.
- Transfer the prepared mop sauce to a clean glass jar or squeeze bottle for easy application during barbecuing.
- Refrigerate the sauce if not using immediately, and use within 5-7 days for optimal flavor and freshness.
- When ready to use, shake or stir the sauce before applying to meats during the barbecuing process to keep the meat moist and add layers of tangy, spicy flavor.
Tips
- Use a non-reactive bowl when mixing to preserve the sauce's bright, clean flavors.
- Whisk ingredients thoroughly to ensure complete spice integration.
- For best results, apply the mop sauce frequently during the last stages of grilling.
- Store in a clean glass jar or squeeze bottle for easy application.
- Refrigerate between uses and consume within 5-7 days for maximum freshness.
- Experiment with meat types – this sauce works wonderfully on chicken, pork, and beef.
- For a milder version, reduce the cayenne pepper to suit your heat preference.
- Always shake or stir the sauce before each use to redistribute the spices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 45kcal
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 0g
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
