Alabama White BBQ Sauce

Did you know there was white BBQ Sauce? This twist on a traditional BBQ sauce is tangy, creamy and delicious. We love putting Alabama White BBQ Sauce on our grilled chicken, pulled pork, fish, burgers and lots more!

No matter where you hail from you are going to love this tangy white BBQ Sauce! It originates from Northern Alabama, but once you try it you’ll be making it no matter where you live. It’s a staple there for serving on grilled chicken and more foods hot off the grill or out of the smoker.

It seems everywhere you go they have a twist on their favorite BBQ sauces. In Kansas City BBQ they are known for their thick, sweet sauce. Travel over to North Carolina and their sauce is thin and have a vinegar base. South Carolina prefers a mustard base sauce!

I had never heard of this BBQ sauce, but once I tired it I was hooked. Give me all the reasons to make it! Like some juicy grilled chicken legs to dunk in it, or maybe a whole smoked chicken? Whatever you pair with it you’ll be heavy on this White BBQ Sauce.

It was created in 1925 in Decatur, Alabama by Bob Gibson. He started a restaurant that is an institution today called Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q. This sauce is a favorite because it clings to your grilled or smoked meat with a rich flavor you won’t get anywhere else.

The main ingredient in this sauce is mayonnaise. It’s thinned out with vinegar and that gets a kick from the horseradish, Worcestershire sauce and mustard.

1 Easy Step to Prepare!

We recommend whipping up this easy BBQ sauce at least two hours ahead of time so the flavors can meld together. It’s even better the next day!

• Just grab a bowl and dump all the ingredients into the bowl, then whisk it until smooth.
• Pop it into the refrigerator after you mix it.

How to Serve!

• Traditionally, the BBQ joints smoke a chicken and then dunk it in sauce allowing the chicken to soak up all the sauce.
• Another option is to baste your chicken with the sauce as you grill it.
• We love dunking our favorite grilled meats in it and serving it as a side.
• You can also serve it with your favorite pulled pork for another delicious and easy way to enjoy it and mix it up a bit.
• Switch up your ranch dip and dunk your favorite vegetables in this white sauce instead.

Storage Tips!

• Store in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to one week.
• If you are basting meat with this remember to take out what you need and toss any leftovers you dipped your basting brush into after you prepare your meat so you don’t cross contaminate your sauce.

Make it a Meal with your Grilled or Smoked Chicken!

• You can never go wrong with these easy smoked or grilled vegetables!
• Make it kid friendly and with an adult friendly Smoked Mac & Cheese!
• Light fluffy smoked or grilled baked potatoes covered with this sauce sounds delicious!
• Don’t forget an easy Apple Dump Cake for dessert!

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Alabama White BBQ Sauce

Julie Evink

5 from 5 votes

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Prep Time 5 mins

Refrigeration Time 2 hrs

Total Time 2 hrs 5 mins

Course Sauce

Cuisine American

Servings 16

Calories 156 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 ½ c. mayonnaise
• ¼ c. apple cider vinegar
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• 1 Tbsp spicy brown mustard
• 1 Tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tsp horseradish

Instructions

 

• In a medium sized mixing bowl combine all the ingredients. Whisk until smooth.
• Transfer to a jar or air tight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week. We recommend letting this sit at least 2 hours, but 24 hours is best, in the refrigerator before enjoying so the flavors have a chance to meld.

Notes

How to Serve!

• Traditionally, the BBQ joints smoke a chicken and then dunk it in sauce allowing the chicken to soak up all the sauce.
• Another option is to baste your chicken with the sauce as you grill it.
• We love dunking our favorite grilled meats in it and serving it as a side.
• You can also serve it with your favorite pulled pork for another delicious and easy way to enjoy it and mix it up a bit.
• Switch up your ranch dip and dunk your favorite vegetables in this white sauce instead.

Storage Tips!

• Store in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to one week.
• If you are basting meat with this remember to take out what you need and toss any leftovers you dipped your basting brush into after you prepare your meat so you don’t cross contaminate your sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 2TbspCalories: 156kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 304mgPotassium: 10mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 14IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

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