Big Bob Gibson Bar B Q White Sauce Recipe

This legendary white BBQ sauce recipe, straight from Chris Lilly's "Big Bob Gibson's BBQ Book," is a versatile marvel! Use it as a marinade, baste, or dipping sauce for unbelievably delicious BBQ. Its creamy tang develops even more flavor overnight, making it perfect for prepping ahead. Elevate your chicken, pork, or even fish with this unbelievably flavorful and easy-to-make sauce!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 560.5 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Big Bob Gibson Bar B Q White Sauce

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Ingredients for Big Bob Gibson Bar B Q White Sauce

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • White Vinegar
  • Apple Juice
  • Prepared Horseradish
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste)

How to Make Big Bob Gibson Bar B Q White Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until smooth.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly. This will slightly thicken the sauce and meld the flavors.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, continuing to stir frequently. Be careful not to let the sauce boil.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the buttermilk, parsley, and garlic powder. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Let cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully develop. Enjoy!
  6. This versatile sauce is perfect for chicken, pork ribs, fish or even vegetables!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

68 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

33g

Carbs

12g