Description
Alabama White BBQ Sauce is a tangy, creamy, and zesty sauce made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, horseradish, and bold seasonings. Perfectly complementing grilled chicken, pork, or roasted vegetables, this easy-to-make sauce offers a unique alternative to traditional tomato-based BBQ sauces with its refreshing and rich flavor.
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
Dry Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine the Base Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together half a cup of mayonnaise and a quarter cup of apple cider vinegar to create the creamy, tangy foundation of the sauce.
- Add the Dry Seasonings: Stir in one tablespoon of prepared horseradish, a teaspoon of black pepper, half a teaspoon of cayenne pepper (adjust for heat), a teaspoon of garlic powder, a teaspoon of sugar, and half a teaspoon of salt. Whisk well until fully combined.
- Adjust to Taste: Taste your sauce and tweak the seasoning if needed — add more vinegar for tang, more horseradish for bite, or extra sugar for sweetness.
- Chill for Best Flavor: Cover the sauce bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour to let the flavors meld together beautifully before serving.
Notes
- Use good-quality mayonnaise and fresh horseradish for the best flavor and texture.
- Start with less vinegar and increase gradually to avoid overwhelming the sauce with acidity.
- Adjust cayenne and black pepper to match your family’s spice preference without masking the sauce’s signature tang.
- Letting the sauce sit in the fridge allows flavors to harmonize for a richer taste.
- Whisk vigorously to ensure the sauce is smooth and emulsified, avoiding clumps.
- This sauce stays fresh for up to one week when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Freezing is possible but may cause separation; freeze in small portions and whisk well after thawing before use.
- Serve cold or at room temperature; avoid reheating to prevent mayonnaise separation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American (Southern)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg