Eastern North Carolina Vinegar Mop Sauce
This Eastern North Carolina vinegar mop sauce is as classic as it gets—sharp, spicy, and meant to cut through rich, smoked pork with authority. Born from generations of pitmasters who understood that simplicity is key, this mop sauce goes beyond spritzing. It penetrates, tenderizes, and enhances every bite with bold acidity and heat. Whether you're mopping pork shoulders during a long smoke or drizzling it over chopped pork before serving, this sauce is a staple of Carolina BBQ. A dash of fish sauce adds depth and umami, but it’s entirely optional. This is the flavor of fire-cooked tradition.
