6+ BBQ Sauce Recipes for Meat and Steak - Mytour

Transform your dining experience by exploring culinary traditions from Asia to Europe with over 6 BBQ sauce recipes. Perfect for enhancing grilled dishes and steak, Mytour presents easy-to-make, versatile BBQ sauce recipes suitable for nearly any dish. Ideal for those eager to demonstrate their culinary finesse.

Simple, Easy-to-Make BBQ Sauce Recipes for Grilling

Make your grilled meat irresistibly rich, flavorful, and appealing with these sauces. The recipes are straightforward, with ingredients readily available at any supermarket or local market in Vietnam. Start cooking with us now!

1. Traditional Korean BBQ Sauce Recipe

Traditional Korean BBQ sauce, known for marinating or brushing on grilled meats to enhance their flavor, features a mildly thick consistency, rich texture, and distinctive deep red color. The ingredients for this classic Korean BBQ sauce are easily accessible in supermarkets.

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Ingredients List

Recipe for 800g to 1kg of meat

Ingredients: ¼ cup water, ¾ cup soy sauce, 1 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, ¼ cup light rice wine, ½ tsp red pepper powder, ¼ tsp black pepper, 2 tsp Sriracha sauce, ½ tbsp minced garlic, 1 finely chopped onion, 1 tbsp ginger, 3 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 3 tbsp water.

Traditional Korean BBQ Sauce Making

Step 1: Combine water, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, rice vinegar, black pepper, red pepper powder, Sriracha, garlic, ginger, and chopped onion in a small pot. Stir well and bring to a boil for about 5-7 minutes.

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Step 2: Mix cornstarch and water, add to the pot, and cook until smooth and thickened, about 6-8 minutes. Turn off the heat when the sauce coats the back of a spoon. Step 3: Let the sauce cool completely before applying to grilled meat. This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Step 4: Wrap the meat in plastic wrap and marinate for 1-2 hours before grilling.

2. Pear Juice BBQ Sauce Recipe

The natural sweetness of pear juice not only adds aroma but also provides a mild sweetness to grilled meat, making it softer and juicier. Pear juice's mineral content helps reduce smoke and odor better than other sauces. Don't hesitate to try this unique sauce recipe!

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Ingredients Needed

Recipe for 600g to 800g of meat

Ingredients: ¼ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup pure pear juice (no pulp), 2-3 cloves minced garlic, 1-2 minced onions, 2 tbsp roasted sesame oil, ½ tsp minced ginger, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp roasted sesame seeds.

Pear Juice BBQ Sauce Preparation

Step 1: Combine all listed ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. This marinade can be used directly without cooking. Step 2: Marinate the beef for at least 2 hours before grilling. Step 3: Evenly apply the sauce over the meat surface during grilling. Remember to save some sauce to drizzle over the beef once grilled.

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3. Honey Mustard BBQ Sauce Recipe

Sweet honey BBQ sauce, ideal for pork ribs or grilled chicken, with a hint of dry mustard aroma. Ensures a flavorful taste without being overly spicy. A perfect sauce for both indoor and outdoor barbecue parties. Suitable even for those who prefer milder flavors.

Ingredients Required

Recipe for 600g to 800g of meat

Ingredients: ½ cup water, 1 cup honey, 1 tsp dry mustard powder, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 3 cloves minced garlic, 2 cups homemade or store-bought tomato sauce, 1 diced onion.

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How to Make Honey Mustard Sauce

Step 1: Sauté diced onions with water in a large pan for about 5 minutes until they turn golden brown and fragrant. Step 2: Add tomato sauce, honey, dry mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Stir and simmer for 20 minutes, continuously stirring to prevent burning. Season to taste and remove from heat. Step 3: Blend the sauce mixture until smooth. Allow to cool for 25 minutes before using directly on ribs or chicken. The sauce can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. Step 4: Wrap the meat in cling film and marinate for 1-2 hours to absorb the sauce.

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BBQ Sauce Recipes for Steak

Tired of Korean BBQ? Shift to classic Western meals, starting with steak. The key to an irresistible dish is the perfect BBQ sauce. Mytour shares delicious BBQ sauce recipes that are a must-try for any steak lover.

1. Black Bean BBQ Sauce for Steak

Black beans, known for their health benefits, serve as the primary ingredient in this special sauce, offering a unique flavor to steak sauce. This versatile sauce can be used both as a condiment and a marinade for the legendary beef steak.

Ingredients List

(For 2-3 beef steaks, 200-300 grams each)

Ingredients: 2 tbsp soy sauce, 50g fermented black beans, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 70ml water, 1 small minced ginger, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 green onions, 4 fresh cilantro leaves, 1 chili, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.

How to Make Black Bean BBQ Sauce

Step 1: Blend all ingredients until smooth to meet the standard consistency. Step 2: Pour the blended mixture into a pot or pan and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Step 3: Let the mixture cool for 30 minutes before applying to seared beef.

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5. Salsa Verde BBQ Sauce for Steak

Salsa Verde, a traditional Mexican sauce made from tomatillos and mint leaves, is known for its vibrant green color. This sauce is not only easy to eat but also balances the flavors of beef dishes. Discover how to create this steak BBQ sauce.

Ingredients Needed

(For 2-3 beef steaks, 200-300 grams each)

Ingredients: 5 cilantro leaves, 6 tomatillo leaves, 10 mint leaves, 1 minced garlic clove, 2 tsp capers, 4 tsp Italian anchovy fillets, 4 tsp olive oil, ½ tsp salt and ground pepper, juice of half a lemon.

How to Make Salsa Verde Sauce

Step 1: Finely blend cilantro, garlic, capers, and anchovy fillets until smooth. Step 2: Add lemon juice and olive oil to the mixture, blend until smooth. Step 3: Transfer the mixture to a bowl and season with salt or pepper to complete.

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6. Rich Mushroom BBQ Sauce

The chewy texture of mushrooms combined with a rich, creamy sauce makes steak exceptionally appealing. Discover this recipe that utilizes easily accessible ingredients from supermarkets and local markets in Vietnam.

Ingredients Required

(For 2-3 beef steaks, 200-300 grams each)

Ingredients: 300g portobello or straw mushrooms, 10g butter, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp cooking oil, 150ml unsweetened fresh milk, 15g cornstarch, ¼ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper.

How to Make Mushroom BBQ Sauce

Step 1: Slice mushrooms into thin, bite-sized pieces. Step 2: Mix cornstarch with unsweetened fresh milk thoroughly. Step 3: Heat oil and butter in a pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Step 4: Soften mushrooms in the pan, then add the milk and cornstarch mixture. Cook until the mushrooms are tender and the sauce thickens. Step 5: Pour the sauce directly onto seared beef steaks and enjoy.

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With these 6 simple BBQ sauce recipes, you can easily show off your culinary skills. Don't forget to visit the Mytour Blog regularly for more easy and delicious recipes!

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