Best 5 Bbq Spritz Recipes

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Bbq spritz is a flavorful liquid used to enhance the taste and moisture of barbecued foods. It is typically applied with a spray bottle throughout the cooking process to keep the meat from drying out and to add an extra layer of flavor. Spritzes can be made with a variety of ingredients, including apple cider vinegar, beer, water, fruit juices, and herbs and spices. The best recipe for bbq spritz will depend on the type of meat being cooked and the desired flavor profile.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BOURBON BBQ SPRITZ



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This is a great bourbon barbecue spritz that will keep low and slow cooked meats from drying out. Use this spritz on brisket, pork roasts, and ribs. The bourbon adds a nice liveliness but will not overpower the flavor of the meat. Please note that we developed this recipe using Four Roses Bourbon.

Provided by Sabrina Baksh

Categories     Mops

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup apple juice
1/4 cup maple syrup (the real stuff)
1/4 cup bourbon (Four Roses)
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon allspice

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring all ingredients to a low simmer until the brown sugar has melted through; 2-3 minutes stirring often. Remove mixture from heat and let the mixture cool for 20 minutes.
  • Pour spritz mixture into a clean spray bottle.
  • To use: spray meats during the latter stages of the cooking process and right before wrapping meats.
  • You can make this spritz up to 5 days ahead of time. Simply bring it to room temperature before using it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513 kcal, Carbohydrate 77 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 537 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 71 g, ServingSize 1 serving

" BBQ SPRAY RECIPE"...IT REALLY WORKS!



Using this marinade/spray will insure that your grilled meats are tender and tasty every time. Try it on beef or pork ribs, beef brisket, pork butt or chicken. You'll love the results!

Provided by GREG IN SAN DIEGO

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 ounces red wine vinegar
3 ounces lemon juice
6 ounces water

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients together and add to a clean spray bottle.
  • Spray and "wet" your BBQ meat.
  • Seal the meat in a plastic bag and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Grill the meat over indirect heat according to your recipe, spraying every 15minutes during the cooking time.
  • Remove meat from grill and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.2, Fat 0.1, Sodium 19.4, Carbohydrate 2.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.5, Protein 0.2

BUTTER SPRITZ COOKIES



Butter Spritz Cookies image

One of the most iconic of holiday sweets, spritz are bite-size buttery cookies with vanilla and almond.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 23m

Yield 5 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 sticks (8 ounces) unsalted butter
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 large egg
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
Sprinkles for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add the vanilla and almond extracts and the egg and mix to incorporate; don't worry if the mixture seems to separate.
  • Sift together the flour and baking powder and add to the creamed butter. Mix until combined. Using a cookie press, press the cookies onto ungreased baking sheets. Top with sprinkles of your choice. Bake until firm but not yet browning, 6 to 8 minutes. After a few minutes, move cookies to a rack and cool.

SPRITZ



Spritz image

A cookie press is needed to make these cookies.

Provided by s. dumett

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Butter Cookie Recipes     Spritz Cookie Recipes

Yield 54

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
1 ⅓ cups butter, softened
¼ cup orange juice
1 egg yolk

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix all ingredients at medium speed until well mixed. Cover and refrigerate for about one hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Use part of dough at a time, keeping the rest refrigerated.
  • Using a cookie press fitted with a bar-plate tip, press dough in long strips, about one inch apart down the length of the cookie sheets.
  • With a sharp knife, cut each strip into 2 1/2 inch pieces. Leave pieces in place. Bake 8 minutes or until light golden. Do not to overbake.
  • Remove from oven and immediately cut again between cookies to separate any cookies which are still joined together.
  • Move cookies to wire rack, and allow cookies to cool completely. Store tightly covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 15.8 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 32.6 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

RIB SPRITZ



Rib Spritz image

Yield makes about 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 cups apple juice
2 cups white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons liquid imitation butter

Steps:

  • In a large spray bottle (one that will hold at least 5 cups of liquid), combine all the ingredients. Shake well to blend.

Tips:

  • Choose the right liquid: Water is the most common choice for a spritz, but you can also use apple juice, pineapple juice, orange juice, beer, or even tea.
  • Add some flavor: You can add flavor to your spritz by using flavored syrups, extracts, spices, or herbs.
  • Sweeten it up: If you like your spritz sweet, you can add sugar, honey, or agave nectar.
  • Chill it down: Spritzes are best served cold, so make sure to chill them before serving.
  • Serve it with a garnish: A garnish adds a finishing touch to your spritz and makes it look more festive.

Conclusion:

Spritzing your barbecue is a great way to keep it moist and flavorful. There are many different recipes to choose from, so you can experiment to find one that you like. Just remember to use a liquid that you like the flavor of, add some flavorings, and chill it down before serving. With a little practice, you'll be able to make a spritz that will make your barbecue the talk of the town.

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