Next time you’re talking barbecue in Alabama, memorize these three little words: white BBQ sauce.
In Alabama, it’s all about the white BBQ sauce.
Bob Gibson of Decatur, Alabama is credited with creating this mayonnaise-based sauce all the way back in 1925.
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“It’s the only sauce we know here, because it’s what everyone grows up on.”
This could become your family’s new favorite spin on a Southern Thanksgiving.
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What Makes Alabama White BBQ Sauce Unique?
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This sauce can be customized to suit your taste preferences.
Smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, or mustard powder can all be added for additional flavor.
Looking for an even creamier sauce?
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Swap the water with heavy cream, sour cream, Greek yogurt, or buttermilk.
Avoid freezing, as the texture of the mayonnaise-based sauce may be affected after thawing.
Stir together until smooth.
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Chill:
Serve immediately or chilled.
Refrigerate up to 3 days.
Alabama white BBQ sauce is typically served cold or at room temperature.
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The cool temperature of the sauce adds a nice contrast to hot barbecue dishes.
