KFC Kentucky Gold Sauce Recipe
The KFC Kentucky Gold Sauce Recipe is a fan favorite. It is sweet, smoky, and slightly tangy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow Mustard.
- 1/4 cup Honey for sweetness.
- 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar.
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar.
- 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke for that BBQ scent.
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder.
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder.
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust for heat.
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt.
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper.
Instructions
Prepare Your Workspace
- Clean your counter and grab your bowl. Put all your ingredients nearby. This makes the process very fast.
Mix the Wet Base
- Pour the mustard into the mixing bowl. Add the honey and apple cider vinegar. Whisk these three items until very smooth.
Add the Sweetener
- Add the brown sugar to the mix. Stir it well so no lumps remain. The sugar gives it a nice shine.
Spice It Up
- Shake in the garlic and onion powder. Add the salt, pepper, and cayenne. The cayenne adds a tiny bit of heat.
The Secret Touch
- Add the liquid smoke last. This gives it the "Kentucky" BBQ feel. Whisk everything for one full minute.
Let It Rest
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Put it in the fridge for one hour. This helps the flavors blend together.
Notes
- Use high-quality honey for a rich taste.
- If you like it spicy, add more cayenne.
- Always whisk by hand for the best texture.
- Let the sauce sit before serving it.
- Resting makes the vinegar taste less sharp.
- Use a glass jar to keep it fresh.
- Plastic jars can sometimes change the flavor.
- This sauce tastes best when served cold.
- It pairs perfectly with extra crispy fried chicken.
- You can also use it as a salad dressing.