Creamy Alabama White BBQ Sauce That Skips the Ketchup Recipe
This creamy Alabama White BBQ Sauce offers a tangy and spicy alternative to traditional tomato-based BBQ sauces. Made with a base of mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a blend of spices including horseradish and cayenne, this sauce is perfect for enhancing grilled or smoked meats, adding rich flavor without relying on ketchup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Alabama White BBQ Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, lemon juice, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Chill the Sauce: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop a balanced tangy and spicy profile before serving.
Notes
- For best results, let the sauce chill overnight to deepen the flavors.
- This sauce is traditionally served with grilled or smoked chicken but works well with pork, turkey, or as a dip.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the spiciness according to your taste preference.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within one week.
