Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| whole-egg mayonnaise | 240ml |
| apple cider vinegar | 120ml |
| lemon juice | 1 tbsp |
| horseradish | 1 tbsp |
| black pepper | 1 tsp |
| salt | 1 tsp |
| cayenne | 1/2 tsp |
| garlic powder | 1/2 tsp |
Alabama White Sauce Recipe
Alabama White Sauce recipe for BBQ. Alabama style. Ready in 5 minutes (plus 1 hour chill). Pairs with Smoked chicken (the classic), turkey, pork, and coleslaw. Step-by-step instructions.
By Bill Ohaire | Published: April 2026 | Last Updated: April 2026
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Quick Answer
Alabama White Sauce: 240ml whole-egg mayonnaise, 120ml apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp lemon juice... Ready in 5 minutes (plus 1 hour chill). Pairs with Smoked chicken (the classic), turkey, pork, and coleslaw.
Method
Whisk all ingredients together. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavours meld. No cooking required.
Prep time: 5 minutes (plus 1 hour chill)
Pairs With
Smoked chicken (the classic), turkey, pork, and coleslaw.
Alabama white sauce was invented at Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q in 1925. It's mayo-based with a vinegar tang and horseradish kick. Traditionally, whole smoked chickens are dunked into a vat of this sauce.
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What does alabama white sauce go with?
Smoked chicken (the classic), turkey, pork, and coleslaw.
How long does alabama white sauce take to make?
5 minutes (plus 1 hour chill). Alabama white sauce was invented at Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q in 1925.
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