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Best BBQ Sauce Recipes to Level Up Your Barbecue

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Fire up the grill and get ready for these sauce recipes sensation! I've rounded up the tastiest and most creative dinner sauces to take your meal to the next level. From spicy to sweet and everything in between, these sauces will have your taste buds dancing with delight with homemade goodness.

And let's not forget that these easy recipes have step-by-step photos and videos to make them all that much easier.

1. Authentic chimichurri sauce

Chimichurri sauce.
Authentic chimichurri sauce.

Let's dive into the favorite sauce from Argentina! This zesty, tangy sauce made with fresh parsley, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice makes the perfect companion for juicy steaks. With just a few ingredients and minutes, you can whip up this sauce and impress your guests with its vibrant color and scrumptious taste.

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2. Spicy skhug sauce

Spicy skhug sauce.
Spicy skhug sauce.

I am about to take you on a ride through the Middle East with this skhug recipe! This fiery green sauce made from cilantro, parsley, spicy peppers, lemon, garlic, and an impressive array of spices is like a superhero with its ability to transform any dish into a flavor-bursting masterpiece.

From chicken to veggies, this versatile condiment is the perfect addition. And the best part? Making shug is easy as 1,2,3!

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3. Sticky Rum BBQ sauce

Rum BBQ sauce.
Rum BBQ sauce.

Ready to rum-ble? Let me introduce this classic sticky, sweet, and savory BBQ sauce recipe that'll make your mouth water with its touch of Caribbean rum!

This isn't your average sauce: it's an adult-only affair that'll take your BBQ game to the next level. Trust me; your cookout won't be complete without this saucy goodness.

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4. Classic pesto sauce

Classic pesto sauce.
Classic pesto sauce.

Get ready to dip, swirl, and lick your way to pesto heaven! This creamy green sauce is the ultimate multi-tasker and a staple in my kitchen.

You can drizzle over grilled vegetables or chicken or use it as a dip for bread, toss it with pasta for a quick and easy dinner, or heck, even slather it on a sandwich.

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5. Homemade tamarind sauce

Homemade tamarind sauce.
Homemade tamarind sauce.

Tired of those store-bought tamarind sauces that just don't hit the spot? Don't worry; I got a tamarind sauce recipe that'll be your cookout's new bestie! Say goodbye to overly sweet or sour sauces and hello to a perfectly balanced flavor.

This sauce is not just good; it's great with meats, poultry, and even shrimp! So why settle for mediocre when you can have mouth-watering deliciousness?

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6. Caribbean guava BBQ sauce

Caribbean guava BBQ sauce.
Caribbean guava BBQ sauce.

Introducing the oh-so-yummy sticky, sweet, and spicy guava BBQ sauce with just the right amount of heat to delight your taste buds. This Picnic BBQ sauce perfectly combines sweet and spicy flavors, making it the star of the show at any outdoor gathering.

And guess what? It's super easy to make at home! So, the next time you're throwing a barbeque party, whip up this lovely homemade sauce, and watch your guests go wild as if their team had made it to the finals!

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7. Mushroom sauce for cordon bleu chicken

Mushroom gravy sauce for cordon bleu chicken.
Mushroom gravy sauce for chicken.

Cordon bleu has to be one of the most popular chicken breast recipes, and this is my favorite sauce for cordon bleu chicken: a rich, flavorful mushroom gravy sauce with white wine that everyone will love, and can be served with grilled chicken or a steak.

There's also an option for a wine-free version in case some of your guests don't partake.

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8. Garlic and roasted pepper sauce

Garlic and roasted pepper sauce.
Garlic and roasted pepper sauce.

What happens when you combine roasted red peppers and lots of garlic gently cooked in olive oil? You get the perfect marriage of flavors to bring that dinner up a notch. You'll love the flavorful, sophisticated taste of this easy-to-make roasted pepper condiment. It is excellent for dressing up the most expensive steak or even humble scrambled eggs.

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9. Wasakaka sauce

Wasakaka sauce.

Get ready to add some serious flavor to your life with Wasakaka! This Dominican sauce is garlicky, zesty, and downright delicious. Drizzle it on anything and everything, and watch the flavors come alive! This sauce has the power to transform even the blandest of dishes into a flavor explosion.

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10. Pink mayo ketchup sauce

Pink mayo ketchup sauce.

Looking for a dip that's as pretty as it is delicious? Look no further than our pink sauce, also known as mayo ketchup sauce! This creamy concoction is the perfect snacking companion, and it's so versatile, you can use it as a salad dressing or shrimp dip too!

So go ahead, dip those chips, dress those salads, and dunk those shrimp into our pink sauce, and watch the magic happen!

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By Tia Clara, published Mar 30, 2023 on Tia Clara

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