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Alabama White Sauce Recipe

Posted by Jessica Pinney on August 6, 2019, last updated August 17, 2022

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Alabama White Sauce may seem like a crazy version of BBQ sauce if you’ve never tried it before. Instead of being ketchup-based, like most traditional barbecue sauces, this one has a creamy mayonnaise base. 

Homemade Alabama White Sauce on a black background.

I’m excited to share my personal recipe for Alabama White Sauce with you. There are several variations on the internet, but I (of course) think this one is best!

It gets an extra flavor boost and a little spice from chili paste. Depending on just how spicy you want it, you can up the amount of cayenne or eliminate it completely. 

What does it go with?

It’s particularly good on chicken, especially this sweet & spicy coffee-rubbed smoked chicken. It also goes well with smoked wings, smoked pork shoulder, ribs, and even French fries. 

How long does it last?

It should last at least 4 weeks if stored in the refrigerator.

Homemade Alabama White Sauce being squeezed out of the bottle.

Where did it originate?

A man named Bob Gibson invented Alabama White Sauce at Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q in Decatur, Alabama. He would dip their whole smoked chickens in it before serving. 

Ingredients

  • Mayonnaise
  • Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Chili Paste (I like Sabmal Oelek) 
  • Cayenne
  • Celery Salt
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper

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How To Make

  1. Add all ingredients to a small bowl. 
  2. Mix with a fork or a small whisk until well combined. 
  3. Refrigerate for several hours to allow flavors to meld together.

A bottle of creamy white sauce with text above that reads "Alabama white sauce".

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Alabama White Sauce

A unique BBQ sauce that has a zippy, creamy mayonnaise base.

  • Author: Jessica Pinney
  • Prep Time: 12 hours
  • Total Time: 12 hours
  • Yield: 21 1x
  • Category: Sauces
  • Cuisine: American
Alabama White Sauce Recipe
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Ingredients

1 Cup Mayonnaise

1/4 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar

1 Tablespoon Sambal Oelek Chili Paste

1/4 Tsp Cayenne Powder

1/2 Tsp Celery Salt

1/8 Tsp Black Pepper

Dash of Salt

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Mix with a fork or whisk until well combined. Cover with plastic wrap or place in a jar and seal. Store in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours to allow flavors to come together.

Serve with smoked chicken, smoked wings, or pulled pork.

Notes

Approximately twenty-one 1 tablespoon servings.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 75

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  1. Trish says

    November 30, 2019 at 8:45 pm

    We put this on some smoked turkey and it was amazing. Definitely make sure to make it ahead of time and let everything marinate. It takes about 24 hours for the flavors to really come together.

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