8 Sauces and Marinades for Your Barbecue

SMOKED PAPRIKA BARBECUE SAUCE

Every great barbecue sauce is savoury, sweet, hot and sour, and this lip-smacking version is no exception. Best of all, you can make it with common pantry ingredients that you already have in your kitchen. Brush it onto grilled chicken, ribs and any kind of chops.

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MAPLE & ROSEMARY GRILLED SHORT RIBS

In bowl, combine maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, onion powder, garlic, rosemary, lime zest and juice. Place ribs in shallow dish and drizzle with marinade. Turn meat to coat well. Cover and marinate for 4 hours, turning ribs occasionally. (Make-ahead: Can be marinated and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.)

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CLASSIC MARINATED FLANK STEAK

Flank steak is a great option for serving a large crowd because you cook it whole, meaning there's only one steak to turn on the grill, rather than several. Balsamic vinegar adds bold flavour to the marinade. For a subtler taste, opt for a light-to-medium-bodied red wine, such as Pinot Noir or Merlot, instead.

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SLOW COOKER MAPLE BARBECUE SAUCE

Make enough sauce for extra roasted ribs, chicken wings and burgers as well as for the summer grilling season.

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DATE BARBECUE SAUCE

In small bowl, combine all ingredients. (Make ahead: Can be stored in airtight container and refrigerated for up to 1 week.)

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TEXAS-STYLE BARBECUE SAUCE

Texas barbecue sauce is thin, full of acidic punch and big on flavour. A little goes a long way. For a thicker style that sticks to ribs, stir in half a cup of ketchup.

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RED WINE BARBECUE SAUCE

Have a glass without having a glass! This sweet, sticky sauce has acidic undertones that pair well with red meat.

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CRANBERRY BARBECUE SAUCE

The flavours of barbecue chicken and homemade cranberry sauce become one in this sweet sauce. Serve it alongside a turkey dinner for a modern spin on jelly. It's also lip-smackingly good on the leftover-turkey sandwiches!

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