Uncle Ralph's Magic Sauce is a popular condiment that has gained quite a reputation among food enthusiasts. This special sauce is the brainchild of Uncle Ralph, a passionate cook who has spent years perfecting the recipe. The magic sauce is known for its unique blend of flavors that can instantly elevate any dish. It is made from a combination of carefully selected ingredients that complement each other perfectly. Uncle Ralph's secret recipe includes a mix of herbs, spices, vegetables, and a touch of sweetness. One of the key ingredients in this delectable sauce is fresh tomatoes, which give it a vibrant and tangy taste.

The Meatwave

Two years ago I went through a truly transcendent experience, one involving the introduction of vinegar to pork. While visiting two of my most favorite people in world in Eastern North Carolina, it was a given we'd be hitting up some local joints like Allen & Son and Ed Mitchell's The Pit. There I learned, without a doubt, just how well dressed up vinegar could enhance the flavor of barbecued pork.

My instant enthusiasm led me to the purchase of Holy Smoke: The Big Book of North Carolina Barbecue, a tome of all things North Carolina barbecue. Captured within those pages was an original recipe for North Carolina vinegar sauce, which I made during my next pulled pork cook, and with just a little cut down on the salt, it tasted pretty good to me.

Little did I know that the evolution of the sauce had come such a long way from that dated recipe, and Serious Eaters let me know it in no uncertain terms. With the breadth of comments that post elicited, I've been able to piece together and refine a sauce that I finally feel confident enough is in proper shape to present to the finest smoked swine and the interweb masses at large.

From my original post, where the recipe called for only four ingredients—cider vinegar, crushed red pepper, ground black pepper, and salt—I've added only three additional. First is dark brown sugar, adding a nice molasses sweetness that balances out some tartness and also deepens the overall color of the sauce. Ketchup is next up, which gives a little redness to look and thickens it up ever so slightly. Finally, and most importantly, is Texas Pete's Hot Sauce. The cayenne based sauce was created in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and I don't think I could make anything and label it "North Carolina" without adding at least a little Texas Pete.

With a couple sugars and salt in the mix, I thought it would be best to give the sauce a quick boil to help dissolve the solids. I believe this step ended up being pretty crucial, since the sauces that got the heat treatment ended up tasting a little more vibrant and cohesive in the end.

Finally, the vinegar sauce really needs a nice rest to finish it off. After cooling to room temperature, sauces that were refrigerated at least one day ended up having a stronger flavor that was more distinguishable when doused onto to meat.

Finally comes the pulled pork, the most perfect pairing for this sauce. I fell in love with the magic it imparted onto some smoky pork in North Carolina and I feel it's replicated incredibly well at home now. Although the sauce is quite strong on spice and tang on its own, when added to the meat, it feels like the natural pork flavor is only enhanced rather than getting a mouth full of hot vinegar. That's the beauty of this sauce and why, after posting a seemingly "wrong" recipe, I took a couple years to refine it to what I now consider its proper state. Not being a North Carolinian though, I still have to ask, "How am I doing?"

Published on Tue Aug 3, 2010 by Joshua Bousel

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North Carolina Style Vinegar BBQ Sauce, This may be one of the Best Carolina style sauces I have ever had. This is a VERY BOLD sauce and is MAGIC on Pulled Pork!

I like to splash it on almost any pork and chicken dish. It’s also great as a mop sauce when grilling pork or chicken or on anything you want a vinegar based sauce instead of the usual tomato based sauce.

This is the best Carolina style sauce I have ever had. We put it in a mason jar in the fridge and it is still good a month later.

I am thinking for the next batch of doubling the red pepper, but this was so good as is, you don’t need to unless you want more zing…

I put it in a mason jar in the fridge and it is still good months later…

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North Carolina Style Vinegar BBQ Sauce

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Prep Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients: North Carolina-Style Vinegar BBQ Sauce

• 3 cups apple cider vinegar
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder

North Carolina Style Vinegar BBQ Sauce
A BBQ SAUCE RECIPE

Directions: North Carolina-Style Vinegar BBQ Sauce

Pour the vinegar, ketchup and honey with the dry seasoning in a medium saucepan over medium heat until everything dissolves. Turn heat down to low a simmer for about 5 minutes to blend. This will release the oils from your seasonings and let them get all happy with each other. Just need to simmer and stir for a few minutes.

Simmer About 5 Minutes

North Carolina Style Vinegar BBQ Sauce
A BBQ SAUCE RECIPE

North Carolina Style Vinegar BBQ Sauce
A BBQ SAUCE RECIPE

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Magic Sauce

One of the key ingredients in this delectable sauce is fresh tomatoes, which give it a vibrant and tangy taste. The addition of onions and garlic adds a savory note, while jalapenos provide a slight kick to the sauce. Uncle Ralph also adds a dash of honey to balance out the flavors and enhance the overall taste.

I call this the magic sauce recipe. In part, because it makes everything it touches shimmy with deliciousness. It's magic like that. Technically, it's a riff on a chimichurri sauce - one that has veered off the rails in a big way.

I call this my magic sauce recipe. In part, because it makes everything it touches shimmer with deliciousness. It's magic like that. Technically, it's a riff on a chimichurri sauce - one that veered off the rails in a big way. Much tweaking has rendered it a distant second cousin. If that. In fact, the hallmark of that sauce, parsley, I skip entirely. But I love this. Love love love. And I use it a hundred different ways. Magic sauce, it's real.

What sets Uncle Ralph's Magic Sauce apart from other condiments is its versatility. It can be used as a dipping sauce for fries, chicken nuggets, or mozzarella sticks. It can also be used as a marinade for meats and vegetables, or as a topping for burgers and sandwiches. Some people even use it as a dressing for salads and wraps. The magic sauce has gained a dedicated following, with fans raving about its addictive taste. Many have tried to recreate the recipe at home, but none have been able to capture the same magic. Uncle Ralph keeps the recipe a closely guarded secret, adding to the sauce's mystique. Uncle Ralph's Magic Sauce is not just about the taste; it also has a heartwarming backstory. Uncle Ralph got the inspiration for the sauce from his late mother, who was a talented cook. He wanted to create something that would pay homage to her culinary skills and bring joy to others. Overall, Uncle Ralph's Magic Sauce is a remarkable condiment that adds a burst of flavor to any dish. Its unique blend of ingredients and the love and passion that go into making it truly make it magical. Once you try it, you'll understand why it has become a beloved sauce in kitchens around the world..

Reviews for "Cooking Tips and Tricks: Incorporating Uncle Ralph's Magic Sauce in Your Recipes"

1. Emily - 2 stars - I recently purchased Uncle Ralph's Magic Sauce and I have to say, I was thoroughly disappointed. The packaging touted it as a miraculous sauce that would transform any dish into a culinary masterpiece, but it fell short of my expectations. The flavor was bland and lacked any distinct taste. It didn't enhance the dishes I tried it with, but rather got lost in them. I was hoping for a bold, flavorful sauce, but unfortunately, Uncle Ralph's Magic Sauce didn't deliver.

2. John - 1 star - Uncle Ralph's Magic Sauce was a complete waste of money. I was excited to try it after hearing rave reviews, but it turned out to be a major letdown. The texture was strange and slimy, and the taste was incredibly artificial. It overpowered the flavors of the dish, leaving a strange aftertaste that lingered for hours. I ended up throwing the bottle away after just one use. I wouldn't recommend Uncle Ralph's Magic Sauce to anyone looking for a quality, flavorful sauce.

3. Sarah - 2 stars - I had high hopes for Uncle Ralph's Magic Sauce, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to the hype. The sauce had a weird chemical-like taste that was quite off-putting. It didn't enhance the flavors of my dishes but rather masked them with its overpowering artificial taste. The texture was also peculiar, with a gooey consistency that didn't complement the dishes I paired it with. Overall, I was not impressed with Uncle Ralph's Magic Sauce and wouldn't purchase it again.

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