Make certain to check out my Flavorful Grilled Steak Kabob Recipe to use with this simple steak marinade. Simple and easy.

What I really enjoy about making up this marinade for steak is that I always have the ingredients on hand to use. It’s as simple as measuring, mixing, and applying and that’s just what I’m looking for when I’m ready to grill.

Steak Marinade For Grilling

Being able to find a good marinade at the store has proven to be difficult because you never really know the ingredients that are added in. This is why this homemade steak marinade is really, really good. Not only is it made with easy and simple ingredients but it’s also a great flavor and taste.

It pairs perfectly with steak and other cuts of beef and it’s been my go-to marinade recipe for years.

How long do you marinate meat?

This all depends on the thickness of the meat. If a cut of beef is really thick, you’re going to want to give it more time to penetrate throughout. For thinner cuts of meat, minimal time is fine.

You can easily marinate beef for a few hours or even overnight as well.

Can you over marinate beef?

You bet. You have to be careful with the balance. A good rule of thumb is to start with a couple of hours and cook and see what you think. You’ll find that a taste test will help you be the judge of if it’s perfect or if you need to marinate it longer next time.

Ingredients Needed to Make Steak Marinade

• low-sodium soy sauce 
• olive oil 
• Worcestershire sauce 
• Dijon mustard 
• garlic
• dried minced onions 
• steak seasoning 
• fresh parsley, finely chopped 

Steak

• steaks 

How to Make Steak Marinade

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk until combined
2. Add steak to a resealable bag
3. Pour marinade over steak, seal and refrigerate for 1-4 hours
4. Remove steaks, discard marinade and allow to come to room temperature
5. Grill steaks as desired 

Tips for Marinating Steak

Marinade time will vary depending on the thickness and quality of the steak.

It’s also important to note that marinating your steak is not going to make it more tender. This is a misconception that many people have. Marinating only adds flavor.

How do you store leftover steak marinade

I typically use all my marinade when I’m cooking the steak but if you find that you have some leftover, you can add it to a jar with a lid and store it in the fridge.

This will keep it fresh and ready for you to use on another cut of beef.

Can you use steak marinade or other types of meat?

The ingredients used in this marinade pair best with the flavor and texture of beef. You’ll find that there are other great options for chicken and pork, and I don’t vary or mix those marinades.

You may be interested in my Chicken Marinade or Pork Chop Marinade recipe!

Make certain to play around with this marinade as you’re applying it to your steak. The timeframe that you marinate it is going to really enhance and change the flavor.

Delicious Grilling Recipes

• Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad With A Delicious Homemade Ranch Dressing
• Best Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe With Homemade Dry Rub
• Grilled Asparagus (With Foil) – Easy Side Dish For Grilling

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Steak Marinade for Grilling

This is one of the best marinades for beef.

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Chill Time 4 hours hours

Author Mark Rogers

Ingredients

• ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce 
• ¼ cup olive oil 
• ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce 
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard 
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 
• 1 tablespoon dried minced onions 
• 2 tablespoons steak seasoning 
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped 
• 4 steaks

Instructions

• Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk until combined
• Add steak to resealable bag
• Pour marinade over steak, seal and refrigerate for 1-4 hours (see notes)
• Remove steaks, discard marinade and allow to come to room temperature
• Grill steaks as desired

Notes

Time to marinate the steaks will vary on the thickness of the meat. 

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Kansas City is one of the barbecue capitals of America. Known for their burnt ends of pork and brisket, Kansas City barbecue goes amazingly well with their signature sweet and spicy tomato-based sauce. It’s really hard to determine what is more iconic – the burnt ends or the sauce. Regardless, I’m here to show you how to make this delicious BBQ sauce so you can put it on some burnt ends of your own.

Henry Perry is said to be the original creator of the Kansas City BBQ sauce. He opened his restaurant in 1908 and quickly became famous for his style of barbecue. The key to the signature flavor is the sauce is tomato-based and gets its sweetness from brown sugar and molasses.

This barbecue sauce is perfect with the burnt ends recipe you can find on the site. And, if you’re looking for side dishes, you can’t go wrong with the Hassle-Free Smoked Mac & Cheese and a good ole pan of cornbread.

Ingredients for Kansas City BBQ sauce

Full recipe and instructions are below

• Ketchup
• Apple cider vinegar
• Dark brown sugar
• Molasses
• Worcestershire Sauce
• Smoked paprika
• Ground black pepper
• Salt
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Chili powder
• Ground mustard

HOW TO MAKE KANSAS CITY BBQ SAUCE

Begin by mixing all the ingredients in a heavy bottomed sauce pan

Bring the ingredients to a boil, stirring frequently, reduce the heat and simmer.

Allow to BBQ Sauce to cool before transferring it to a jar. Then store it in the refrigerator.

HELPFUL TIP  

If you want to make sure everything gets thoroughly combined, combine the dry ingredients before adding in the wet.

Barbecue Sauce Variations

Love spicy barbecue sauces, add some red pepper flakes to the sauce. Or you could even add a fresh hot pepper of your choice that you’ve cut in half to the sauce as it simmers. Remove the pepper when the sauce is done. The flavor will have infused the sauce.

Want a stronger smoky flavor? Try using smoked chili powder.

Equipment needed to make sauce

Basically everything needed for this recipe are things you should already have on hand.

You’ll need: measuring cups and spoons, a saucepan, and a whisk.

Storage

This will last for up to two weeks in an airtight container stored in the fridge. We especially like using a mason or glass jar with a tight lid.

Top Tip

Allowing this sauce to develop it bold flavor is accomplished by making this recipe the day before you need it so that is has the best flavor.

Kansas city bbq sauce – frequently asked questions

What is special about Kansas BBQ sauce?

Kansas City BBQ sauce is known for its sweet, tomato-based flavor. 

What is different about KC BBQ sauce?

What’s said to take this sauce over the top is the addition of apple cider vinegar.

Is this BBQ sauce sweet or spicy?

That’s the great thing about the sauce – it’s both and more. Kansas City Barbecue sauce is tangy, sweet, and spicy.

What is different about Kansas City and North Carolina sauce?

KC BBQ sauce is known for being sweet and tomato-based while Carolina BBQ Sauce is often generally vinegar-based and has a spicier flavor.

WHAT CAN I SERVE WITH THIS BBQ SAUCE?

If you are looking for the perfect pairing for this barbecue sauce, you can’t go wrong with our Traeger Smoked Beef Brisket, Smoked Tri-Tip, Traeger 321 Ribs, additional we love this Smoked Meatloaf.

Looking for more Sauce Recipes? Because we love sauce with smoked meat, we suggest you try these…

• Alabama White Sauce
• Texas BBQ Sauce
• Easy BBQ Sauce
• Carolina BBQ Sauce

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Kansas City BBQ Sauce

This quick and easy Kansas City BBQ Sauce pairs well with several different smoked meats.

Course Sauce

Cuisine American, BBQ

Keyword Kansas City BBQ Sauce

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 4 cups

Calories 436kcal

Author Mark Rogers

Ingredients

• 3 cups ketchup
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

Instructions

• Whisk together all the ingredients in a small saucepan until combined
• Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring frequently, reduce heat and simmer on low for 20 minutes
• Remove from heat and cool. Transfer to air tight container
• Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks

Notes

The best flavors develop after you store for 24 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 436kcal | Carbohydrates: 113g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 2360mg | Potassium: 1326mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 98g | Vitamin A: 1946IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 161mg | Iron: 4mg

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What profile does Carolina Mustard Sauce have?

Carolina Mustard Sauce is tangy and sweet. Mustard and vinegar are the dominate ingredients in this sauce. The brown sugar brings sweetness to the party and the touch of cayenne adds a nice amount of heat.

What does Carolina bbq Sauce taste good on?

I love the tangy flavor of this Carolina Mustard Sauce it makes it perfect for pork, especially pork butt. I like that the richness of the meat is cut by the tanginess of the sauce, and pairing this with any pork recipe is a match made in barbecue heaven. You need to have this recipe in your file.

What are the ingredients?

There’s a very good chance you have everything you need to make this Carolina Mustard Sauce in your cabinet or fridge.

• Yellow mustard. Your basic yellow mustard is the star of this recipe.
• Apple cider vinegar. This adds the tangy and helps to enhance the sweetness from the other ingredients.
• Brown sugar. The sweet star of the recipe. Adjust the amount that you use to your preference.
• Ketchup. If you want an Eastern Carolina Style Barbecue Sauce you should leave this ingredient out.
• Worcestershire sauce. I like to add this to bring a subtle smokey flovor.
• Garlic powder. A staple of any BBQ seasoning.
• Salt. Because, well salt and pork naturally go together.
• Cayenne pepper. Adjust to the level of heat you want because not everyone likes the same amount of heat.

How do you make Carolina Mustard Sauce?

You’ll wonder why it’s taken so long to try Carolina Mustard Sauce it’s so simple to make, basically all you need to do is whisk the ingredients together in a saucepan.

Next, you want to cook the sauce over low heat for 8 to 10 minutes.

I then remove it from the heat to cool before transferring it to an airtight container.

You can store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Other BBQ Sauces You May Like:

• Alabama White Sauce (Aka White BBQ Sauce) Simple To Make
• Texas BBQ Sauce Recipe That Will Compliment Any Barbecue

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Carolina Mustard Sauce

Carolina Mustard Sauce is tangy and sweet. Carolina barbecue is a special thing indeed. The tangy flavor of this Carolina Mustard Sauce makes it perfect for pork, beer, or chicken.

Course Barbecue Sauce

Cuisine American

Keyword carolina bbq sauce

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 8 minutes minutes

Servings 2 cups

Calories 319kcal

Author Mark Rogers

Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow mustard
• ½ cup apple cider vinegar
• ¾ cup brown sugar packed
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• Pinch of cayenne pepper more if you like

Instructions

• Whisk together all the ingredients in a small saucepan until combined 2. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, for 8-10 minutes
• Remove from heat and cool. Transfer to airtight container
• Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks

Notes

The best flavors develop after you store for 24 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 319kcal | Carbohydrates: 82g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.01g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 128mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 80g | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1mg

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These grilled chicken thighs with my marinade recipe are not only flavorful, but they are moist and sure to become one of your go-to recipes this summer. Chicken is so often overlooked when it comes to grilling. Or everyone reaches for the pack of chicken breasts and ends up horribly disappointed because their chicken dries out. Let me teach you how to avoid this and grill chicken thighs to perfection!

Do chicken thighs dry out on the grill?

Chicken thighs are less likely to dry out on the grill because of their higher fat content. That doesn’t mean that they won’t dry out, but you’re choosing a better cut when you opt for thighs over breasts.

Boneless chicken thighs have 4.5 grams of fat in a 4-ounce portion, while chicken breasts have less than 1.5 grams of fat for the same amount. This additional fat will help keep the chicken moist.

This recipe for grilled boneless chicken thighs takes things a step further by using a marinade to add additional moisture.

Are grilled chicken thighs a healthy option?

There used to be a stigma associated with eating dark meat. Dark meat has more fat, but it also has more iron. The key is to remove the skin. Whether you’re eating white or dark meat, the skin is where most of the fat is. Chicken thighs are also an excellent source of protein.

What are the ingredients to make grilled boneless chicken thighs?

This recipe calls for some ingredients you may not have one hand, but they are easy to find in any grocery store.

• Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• Olive oil 
• Brown sugar 
• Rice wine vinegar 
• Worcestershire sauce 
• Dijon mustard 
• Onion powder 
• Garlic powder 
• Salt 
• Black pepper 

How do you make the chicken thighs marinade?

This chicken thighs marinade is so simple to make. This first step is to mix the marinade ingredients together.

Add the boneless chicken thighs to a zip top bag and then pour in the marinade. Refrigerate anywhere between 8 to 24 hours.

How to grill chicken thighs to perfection?

While you preheat the grill to 425 degrees F, remove the chicken from the refrigerator

Grill the chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes on each side to achieve a nice sear and then move to a cooler part of the grill. Continue grilling until the internal temperature is 165 degrees F, flipping occasionally.

Remove from the grill and allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

These grilled chicken thighs taste delicious with my coleslaw recipe, grilled corn on the cob, or BBQ baked beans (made in the Instant Pot).

They also taste great on Caesar salads.

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Grilled Chicken Thighs with Chicken Marinade

These grilled chicken thighs with easy chicken marinade will sure to become one of your go-to recipes this year.

Course BBQ, grilling, Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword grilled chicken thighs

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 6 people

Calories 384kcal

Author Mark Rogers

Ingredients

• 8-10 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• ½ cup olive oil
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
• 1 tbsp dijon mustard
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

• Combine marinade ingredients into a medium bowl and whisk together.
• Add the thighs to a large zip top bag and pour in the marinade
• Seal the bag and shake to coat all around. Refrigerate for 8 hours, up to 24 hours.
• After marinating, remove chicken thighs from the refrigerator while you preheat your grill to 425° F.
• Place chicken thighs on a hot grill and grill 2-3 minutes until you get a good sear. Flip and sear the other side for another 2-3 minutes
• Move the chicken to an unlit area of the grill and cook until they reach an internal temperature of 165° F, flipping occasionally.
• Remove from the grill and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 590mg | Potassium: 429mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 41IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg

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Unless you live in Alabama or are a fan of food shows, there’s a good chance you may not be familiar with Alabama White Sauce. In fact, the thought of a creamy sauce for barbecued meats may seem strange.

The old saying goes, “don’t knock it until you try it” which definitely comes into play here. If you’re willing to try something new, you’ll love this recipe.

How did Alabama White Sauce come to be?

Big Bob Gibson is one of the biggest names in barbecue history. During the 1920s, he created his controversial sauce that would go on to make barbecue history. The sauce is mayonnaise-based, but that’s not the predominant flavor.

Thinned down with lemon juice and apple cider vinegar, Alabama White Sauce is a tangy sauce that pairs beautifully with smoked meats.

While it still hasn’t taken the world by storm, those in the know will tell you how amazing this sauce is.

What do you serve with Alabama White Sauce?

Alabama White Sauce is made to go on smoked chicken and pork. The tanginess of the sauce is the perfect contrast to the smoky meat.

I highly recommend you try this sauce on the Smoked Chicken Thighs recipe you can also find on the site.

What are the ingredients to make Alabama White Sauce?

This recipe uses simple ingredients that you can easily find in any grocery store. You may even have everything you need on hand.

• Mayonnaise 
• Apple cider vinegar 
• Lemon juice 
• Dijon mustard 
• Worcestershire sauce 
• Horseradish sauce 
• Salt 
• Black pepper 
• Cayenne pepper 

How do you make Alabama White Sauce?

As with most barbecue sauces, this recipe is so simple to make.

All you need to do is whisk all the ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to two weeks. If you want the best flavor, make the sauce 24 hours in advance to give the flavors time to develop.

Recipes that pair well with white BBQ sauce:

• Grilled Chicken Wings
• Smoked Chicken Wings
• Smoked Jalapeno Poppers With Bacon

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Alabama White Sauce

Thinned down with lemon juice and apple cider vinegar, Alabama White Sauce is a tangy sauce that pairs beautifully with smoked meats.

Course BBQ, Sauce

Cuisine American

Keyword Alabama White Sauce, White BBQ Sauce

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 12 people

Calories 131kcal

Author Mark Rogers

Ingredients

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
• 1 tsp horseradish sauce
• 1/2 tsp teaspoon salt
• 1/2 tsp teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 tsp teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

• Whisk together all the ingredients in a bowl until combined and smooth. 2. Use immediately or store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

The best flavors develop after you store for 24 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 49IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg

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Texas is well known as one of the barbecue capitals of the country. If you’re a fan of beef barbecue, Texas-style BBQ is definitely for you. But what makes Texas BBQ sauce, Texan?

What is Texas barbecue?

The first thing most people think of when they think of Texas barbecue is smoked brisket. However, the barbecue of Texas is as diverse as the entire country.

East Texas is known for chopped beef and pork sandwiches. South Texas is known for mesquite barbecue, while Central Texas is known for oak wood-smoked meats.

The state is also known for sausages made with beef and black pepper. While pork is served, beef is king in Texas.

What flavor profile does a Texas BBQ sauce have?

What flavors can you expect with Texas-style Barbecue sauce?

Texas BBQ sauce is boldly flavored. The inclusion of cumin, chili powder, and cayenne create a spicy, smoky combo that pairs beautifully with beef. Some sauces also include meat drippings and may be thinner.

What can you put this barbecue sauce on?

This barbecue sauce is made with beef in mind. Add it to your brisket, smoked beef ribs, sliced beef sandwiches, etc. You could also get wild and add it to a smoked meatloaf.

What are the ingredients to make Texas BBQ Sauce?

Don’t let the amount of ingredients scare you. Chances are you have most of these ingredients on hand. You’ll need the following:

• Ketchup
• Apple cider vinegar
• Red wine vinegar
• Water
• Brown sugar
• Worcestershire Sauce
• Chili powder
• Cumin
• Garlic powder
• Salt
• Cayenne

How do you make Texas BBQ Sauce?

The hardest part of making this Texas Barbecue sauce is measuring the ingredients. Everything else is so simple. You literally place the ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a boil and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, until thickened.

Once thickened, allow to cool, and then transfer to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

If you are looking for an easier bbq sauce recipe, then check out my 3 ingredient BBQ sauce.

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Texas BBQ Sauce

Homemade Texas BBQ sauce recipe that you’ll love keeping on hand.

Course BBQ, Sauce

Cuisine American

Keyword Texas BBQ Sauce

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 12 people

Calories 33kcal

Author Mark Rogers

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups ketchup
• ¾ cup apple cider vinegar
• ½ cup red wine vinegar
• ⅓ cup water
• ⅓ cup brown sugar packed
• ¼ cup Worcestershire Sauce
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon cayenne more if you like

Instructions

• Whisk together all the ingredients in a small saucepan until combined 2. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, reduce heat and simmer on low for 10-15 minutes or until thickened
• Remove from heat and cool. Transfer to air tight container
• Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks

Notes

The best flavors develop after you store for 24 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 33kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 133mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 593IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg

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If you are looking to learn how to smoke a ham on your favorite smoker, then you will want to check out my smoked ham recipe. Smoking a ham will leave you questioning how you’ve eaten ham any other way. 

We love smoking ham for the Christmas or Easter holidays. Our favorite sides include smoked macaroni & cheese, sweet homemade cornbread, and my easy-to-make creamy coleslaw.

The spicy, warm and sweet flavors combine to take your ham over the top. Let’s take a closer look at a simple ham glaze recipe.

What Is the Purpose of Ham Glaze?

Ham glaze is meant to enhance the flavor of the meat. Our taste buds enjoy the combination of sweet and savory flavors.

The smoky flavor of ham pairs beautifully with the sweet brown sugar and honey of the ham glaze.

The added spices give the ham a comforting taste that reminds you of the holidays. Of course, ham glaze is for more than just flavor. The glaze also helps keep the ham moist and tender as it cooks.

What Are the Ingredients in Ham Glaze?

There are many combinations for ham glaze. Popular ingredients used in ham glaze recipes include brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, cinnamon, cloves, pineapple juice, orange juice, cranberry juice, apple cider vinegar, dry mustard, and ginger.

A good ham glaze is a combination of flavors.

For this recipe, we’ll be using the following ingredients:

• Light brown sugar
• Honey
• Worcestershire sauce
• Ground cinnamon
• Ground cloves

How Do You Make Ham Glaze?

Ham glaze is so simple to make. You combine the ingredients in a saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring frequently. Once the ingredients come to a boil, remove from the heat. Don’t over cook!

When Should I Glaze My Ham?

Ham glaze should be added in the last 15 to 20 minutes of the cooking process.

Doing so any sooner risks burning the sugars in the glaze. The last thing you want is to ruin your entire ham because you added the glaze too soon.

Don’t forget to check out my tips for smoking a ham on the Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker!

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Ham Glaze Recipe

This Ham glaze recipe is something that can add incredible flavor to your oven-baked or smoked ham.

Course Sauce

Cuisine American

Keyword ham glaze recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 3 minutes minutes

Servings 8 people

Calories 171kcal

Author Mark Rogers

Ingredients

• 1 cup light brown sugar packed
• ½ cup honey
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves

Instructions

• In a small saucepan, combine all of the ingredients. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently with a whisk, just until the glaze comes to a boil. Remove from the heat immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 171kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 63mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg

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That doesn’t mean you have to get fancy with your marinade. A good beef jerky marinade can be made using the simplest of ingredients. Let’s take a closer look at how to prepare a marinade along with some tips on cooking your beef jerky once it’s been marinated.

Beef Jerky Marinade Ingredients

The ingredients are very simple, and chances are you have them on hand.

• Worcestershire sauce
• Soy sauce
• Brown sugar
• Sea salt
• Black peppercorns
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder

How to Prepare Beef Jerky Marinade

Beef jerky marinade is also extremely easy to prepare.

All you need to do is add the ingredients to a saucepan and heat over low heat until the sugar and spices are dissolved and everything is well combined.

Once heated, allow to cool to room temperature before adding to your meat.

Ways to Prepare Beef Jerky Once Marinated

There are many ways to make beef jerky once the beef has been marinated.

Smoked – There is a great post on the site with information on how to smoke beef jerky.

Dehydrated – Dehydrators (like this one) are great, if you have the extra space. If you don’t plan on making beef jerky often, or drying other things such as fruit or spices, don’t rush out and purchase one. If you have one already, it will take around 4 to 5 hours to dehydrate the beef when cooked at 165 degrees. Your model of dehydrator will have specific instructions.

Air Fried – In the air fryer, you’ll cook the beef at 180 degrees for 2 hours.

Baked – You’ll want to set the oven temperature to 160 to 180 degrees, if possible, if not 200 degrees. Cook the beef until it reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees (approximately 4 hours)

Tips:

• Always use lean beef that has very little connective tissue.
• Beef should be cut thin so that it will cook properly.

• Slices should be laid out in an even layer so that heat moves around the pieces as it cooks.
• Keep the temperature low so that your jerky is tender.

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Beef Jerky Marinade

Whether you prepare your beef jerky in a smoker, dehydrator, or even your oven, using a homemade beef jerky marinade will make a world of difference.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword beef jerky recipe

Prep Time 1 day day

Cook Time 4 hours hours

Servings 6 people

Calories 324kcal

Author Mark Rogers

Ingredients

• ½ cup Worcestershire sauce
• ½ cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• 2 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons onion powder

Instructions

• Place beef in a freezer for 1-2 hours, remove and trim any fat from the outside of the meat, and slice into ¼ inch thick slices. Slice across the grain for best results.
• Add marinade ingredients to a saucepan and heat over low heat until they are combined. Set aside and allow to cool to room temperature.
• Transfer marinade and sliced beef round into a shallow dish or ziplock bag covering completely.Place into the refrigerator and marinate for 12-24 hours.
• Remove from the refrigerator and place on a baking rack to allow excess marinade to drain. Blot meat strips with a paper towel to remove any remaining moisture.
• Cook beef jerky with desired cooking method.

Notes

Time Depends on Cooking Method

Nutrition

Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 9005mg | Potassium: 1606mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 157IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 12mg

Related Beef Recipes You Should Try:

• Smoked Brisket 
• Smoked Beef Ribs
• Smoked Meatloaf
• Smoked Burgers

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Should I brine or inject pork shoulder?

Both! A brine helps a piece of meat retain moisture while also adding flavor. An injection can help tenderize meat while adding flavor. I use this stainless steel meat injector for all my marinades. It only makes sense to take the time to do both. If you’re going to spend all day smoking a pork butt, why not take the extra time to brine and inject it?

Can you inject beer into pork shoulder?

Beer is said to help tenderize the meat and is wonderful to inject into a tough cut of meat. Do note that some cooks claim that beer doesn’t do anything to tenderize the meat. Try it yourself and you be the judge. If you like the flavor of beer, it certainly can’t hurt anything.

Should you inject pork shoulder overnight?

Once injected, meat should rest for 1 hour or as long as overnight.

Is pork shoulder and pork butt the same thing?

No. The pork shoulder and pork butt both come from the shoulder, but the butt comes from higher on the leg than the shoulder.

What are the ingredients to make pork shoulder injection?

A pork butt injection consists of liquids, salt, sugar, and spices. For this recipe, we’ll be using the following:

• Apple Juice
• Kosher Salt
• Water
• Brown sugar
• Cayenne pepper
• Paprika
• Garlic powder
• Soy sauce
• Apple cider vinegar

How do you make pork butt injection?

All you need to do is mix the ingredients and place into the meat injector. That’s it.

Want to add more flavor? Be sure to check out my Pork Shoulder Brine recipe.

Ready to smoke? I’ve got a great Smoked Pork Shoulder recipe you need to try.

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Pork Butt Injection Recipe

A pork shoulder injection like this one can add flavor to any piece of smoked meat. It’s one of the easiest things you can do to add flavor.

Course Marinade

Cuisine American

Keyword pork shoulder injection

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 144kcal

Author Mark Rogers

Ingredients

• 1 cup Apple Juice
• 2 tablespoons Kosher Salt
• ½ cup Water
• ½ cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• ⅛ teaspoon of paprika
• ⅛ teaspoon of garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• ¼ cup Apple cider vinegar
• ¼ cup Amesphos phosphates

Instructions

• Mix the ingredients together. Pull into the injector and inject. It’s that simple.

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Notes

• 8-10 pound bone-in pork shoulder (pork butt)
• Serves 1 person per ½ pound

Nutrition

Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 4004mg | Potassium: 143mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 239IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg

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With just three ingredients, you can make a great sauce. If you love to grill or smoke meats, why not take them to the next level by adding homemade barbecue sauce?

This homemade barbecue sauce goes together in literally seconds. With just three ingredients, and no need to heat, you have no reason not to try this sauce.

You probably even have all the ingredients you need in your pantry right this minute. If not, you can easily find the ingredients in any grocery store. You can even make it ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to a week.

How do you make BBQ sauce from scratch easy?

Each recipe is different, but for this recipe, all you need to do is combine the three ingredients (ketchup, brown sugar, and vinegar) in a bowl and whisk together.

You want to make sure to whisk this homemade barbecue sauce until the brown sugar dissolves. Once dissolved, allow to set for 15 minutes to let the flavors combine. 

How do I make BBQ sauce?

Homemade barbecue sauce is easier to make than you might have thought. For example, this recipe uses only three ingredients and doesn’t even require that you cook the sauce.

Some recipes will call for cooking the ingredients in a small pot on the stovetop. This is usually the case when you’re using dried spices to help the flavors of the spices better develop in the sauce. Regardless, most homemade barbecue sauce recipes are extremely easy to make.

What are the main ingredients in BBQ sauce?

The exact ingredients used in a recipe will vary. However, you can almost always count on ketchup, vinegar, and brown sugar being part of the recipe.

Of course, the style of barbecue sauce will also determine the ingredients. For example, there are mustard-based sauces. Alabama even has a mayonnaise-based barbecue sauce. 

What can you use instead of barbecue sauce?

If you’re not a fan of barbecue sauce, you can use dry rubs on your meat before cooking it. There are a number of dry rub recipes, and they are extremely easy to make.

The hardest part is measuring out all the ingredients. Another option is to use a vinegar sauce. These are really popular in North Carolina and are nothing like barbecue sauce.

They are vinegar-based and very thin. They also have red pepper flakes as well as cayenne and black pepper. If you’re looking for something that packs a flavor punch, you may like this sauce.

This easy BBQ sauce recipe is used in my BBQ Little Smokies, Instant Pot Baked Beans and many more recipes, you’ll find on the blog.

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Easy BBQ Sauce Recipe (Homemade)

This BBQ sauce recipe is so easy to make. With just three ingredients, you can make a great sauce. If you love to grill or smoke meats, why not take them to the next level by adding homemade barbecue sauce?

Course BBQ

Cuisine American

Keyword bbq sauce

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 cup

Calories 622kcal

Author Mark Rogers

Ingredients

• ¾ cup ketchup
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon white vinegar

Instructions

• Add all ingredients to a small bowl and whisk until well combined. Be sure all sugar is completely dissolved
• Let set about 15 minutes before using for flavors to blend
• Store in refrigerator in airtight container for up to 1 week

Notes

Use on Grilled Chicken, Crockpot Pulled Chicken, Baked Beans or as a condiment 

Nutrition

Calories: 622kcal | Carbohydrates: 155g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1664mg | Potassium: 714mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 146g | Vitamin A: 923IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 2mg

What are different types of barbecue sauce styles?

Across this great country, you will find a number of barbecue sauce styles. There are also different styles across the world.

In America though, the most popular barbecue sauce styles include Eastern North Carolina Vinegar Sauce (discussed above), Piedmont or Lexington Style Dip (tomato-based and vinegary), South Carolina Mustard Sauce, Texas Style Mop or Basting Sauce (beef stock and vinegar-based), Kansas City Style BBQ (thick, sweet, and tangy), and Alabama White Sauce (mayonnaise-based).

There are also a variety of sauces that combine these different techniques to create something totally different.

That’s why it’s so much fun to try barbecue whenever you’re traveling.

Don’t forget to check out my latest article, 14+ Best BBQ restaurants to try in Kansas City, Missouri.

Recipes You May Like Using BBQ Sauce:

• Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends
• Smoked Meatloaf
• Smoked Baby Back Ribs
• Smoked Pork Shoulder

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