Break away from traditional tomato-based glazes with this vibrant, golden masterpiece. Rooted in Southern barbecue traditions, this mustard-based sauce delivers a sharp, zesty, and slightly sweet flavor profile that pairs impeccably with smoked pork, sausages, and grilled chicken.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow mustard (the sharp, vibrant base of the sauce)
- 1/4 cup Honey (adds a smooth, floral sweetness to balance the tang)
- 1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar (enhances the bright, acidic bite)
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar (firmly packed)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (for deep savory and umami notes)
- 1 tsp Hot sauce (adjust based on your preferred heat level)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Onion powder
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1/2 tsp Celery seed optional, but adds a highly authentic Southern touch)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, thoroughly whisk together the yellow mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce until the sugars are completely dissolved into the liquid.
- Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and celery seed.
- Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and bring the bright golden mixture to a gentle simmer, whisking frequently to prevent the mustard from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Once bubbling softly, reduce the heat to the lowest setting. Let it simmer gently for about 10 minutes. This allows the sharp, pungent mustard bite to mellow out and marry perfectly with the sweet honey.
- Remove the pan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool completely at room
Nutrition
Calories: 34kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.04gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gTrans Fat: 0.002gSodium: 193mgPotassium: 44mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 13IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.4mg