Best 8 Orange Bourbon Barbecue Sauce Recipes

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The tantalizing blend of orange and bourbon flavors comes together to create a barbecue sauce that is both tangy and smoky, making it a perfect complement to a variety of grilled meats and vegetables. This sauce's creation is a culinary journey that combines the vibrancy of oranges with the warmth of bourbon, resulting in a delightful sauce that elevates any meal to gourmet status. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a casual barbecue enthusiast, this article will provide you with the ultimate recipe for orange bourbon barbecue sauce.

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ORANGE BARBECUE STEAK KEBABS



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup orange juice
3/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 3/4 pounds sirloin tip
About 20 cherry tomatoes
1 bunch scallions white and light green parts cut into 1-inch segments
1 large orange, cut into 1-inch-thick rounds, then cut into small wedges

Steps:

  • For the barbecue sauce: Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 6 minutes. Add the orange juice and simmer until slightly reduced, about 5 minutes. Add the ketchup, sugar and Worcestershire and return to a simmer. Cook until slightly thickened and the onions are tender, about 10 minutes. Puree until smooth in a food processor. Transfer to a bowl and cool completely.
  • Make the kebabs: Cut the steak into approximately 1-inch cubes. If there are parts of the meat that are significantly thinner, cut those into longer pieces that can be folded together when skewered. Toss the steak with about 1/2 cup of the barbecue sauce in a medium bowl and marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high. Skewer the meat, alternating with tomatoes, scallions, and orange pieces on ten 10- to 12-inch metal or wooden skewers. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Set aside about 1/4 cup of the barbecue sauce and use it to brush all over the skewers. Reserve the remaining sauce for serving.
  • Grill the skewers, turning 2 or 3 times, until well-marked and cooked to desired doneness, 5 to 6 minutes total for medium rare. Serve the skewers with the reserved barbecue sauce on the side. Any remaining barbecue can be kept refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

ORANGE BOURBON BARBECUE SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Tomato     Appetizer     Super Bowl     Quick & Easy     Boil

Yield 30-60 people

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Cups "Kansas City Style BBQ sauce" (Wegmans brand)
1 Cup KC Masterpiece Original BBQ Sauce
1 cup orange flower honey
1 Cup prepared mustard
1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 cups bourbon
1/2 cup sweat vermouth
Zest of one med orange
Juice from 1/2 med orange
1 Tab liquid smoke

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together and cook over med heat for 20 minuets. If using this for meatballs put a package (96 pieces) of cocktail meatballs in half the sauce and simmer for 30 min over med heat. Stir so sauce sticks to the meatballs and not to the bottom of the pan. Watch it or it will burn.

FLORIDA BBQ SAUCE



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Growing up in Texas, I got used to a certain type of BBQ. After I moved to Florida, I loved how lots of different citruses were being added to BBQ sauces. I played around for a long time before I hit on what I think is the most balanced yet citrus-dominant Florida BBQ sauce yet. -Christine Hair, Odessa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups ketchup
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup honey
1/3 cup lime juice
1 large onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/2 to 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 30-35 minutes. Refrigerate up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SPICY ORANGE BBQ SAUCE



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Tangy and sweet, this sauce is a great compliment for grilled chicken or ribs. The longer you let it simmer, the spicier it will taste. The trick to this sauce is to start with the basic ingredients and then gradually add more of your favorite spice until you reach YOUR desired taste. I like it spicy but you might prefer it sweet. Be careful with the orange zest because it will overwhelm the other flavors if you use to much.

Provided by tornadoes three

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (16 ounce) bottle Heinz ketchup
1/8 cup honey
1/8 cup brown sugar
1/8 cup butter
3/4 cup Worcestershire sauce (start with 1/4 cup. Add rest gradually stop when you reach your desired taste.)
1 small orange, zest of
1/4 cup diced onion
2 whole bay leaves
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon coarse black pepper
1 tablespoon dried red chili pepper
3 dashes louisiana hot sauce

Steps:

  • In a med. saucepan over med. heat. Simmer Ketchup, honey, sugar and butter.
  • Stir constantly until butter is completely melted - Do not boil!
  • Add other ingredients- simmer 10 minutes and taste.
  • Gradually add additional seasoning until desired flavor is reached. (ie. Spicier- more pepper, sweeter- more honey.)
  • IMPORTANT.
  • When adding ingredients do not exceed 1/8 teaspoons at a time. After you add, let it simmer for at least five minutes This will bring the flavors and give you a more honest taste.
  • Also if you boil it you'll most likely burn it, so stir constantly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.5, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 1781.6, Carbohydrate 28.5, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 23.5, Protein 1.3

BOURBON WHISKEY BBQ SAUCE



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This is a barbecue sauce recipe using Kentucky bourbon whiskey. For best results, refrigerate for a day or two, allowing the flavors to blend.

Provided by Kevin

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ onion, minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup bourbon whiskey
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ tablespoon salt
2 cups ketchup
¼ cup tomato paste
⅓ cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
½ cup packed brown sugar
⅓ teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the onion, garlic, and whiskey. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until onion is translucent. Mix in the ground black pepper, salt, ketchup, tomato paste, vinegar, liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and hot pepper sauce.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20 minutes. Run sauce through a strainer if you prefer a smooth sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 629.4 mg, Sugar 14.6 g

ORANGE BARBECUE SAUCE



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When Jerry and I got married, I worked with a friend to choose food that our farmer friends with big appetites would like. The highlight was a pig roast topped with this tangy barbecue sauce.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups ketchup
1 cup prepared mustard
1 cup orange juice
1 large onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
4 teaspoons liquid smoke, optional
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. May be refrigerated for up to 1 week. Use as a basting or dipping sauce for pork, poultry or beef.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BOURBON ORANGE SKILLET BBQ CHICKEN WITH CORN BREAD TOPPER



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Make and share this Bourbon Orange Skillet BBQ Chicken With Corn Bread Topper recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large red onion, finely chopped
3 -4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
salt
pepper
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/2 tablespoons smoked paprika
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons hot sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2 large oranges, juice of
3 cups chicken stock
3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks (or combo breast and thighs)
1/4 cup Bourbon
2 (8 1/2 ounce) boxes cornbread mix, such as Jiffy
milk, as needed for the corn bread, per package directions
egg, as needed for the corn bread, per package directions
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium sauce pan over med-high heat.
  • Add the onions and garlic to the pan and cook until tender, 4-5 minutes.
  • Season the onions with salt and pepper and stir in the tomato paste and smoked paprika.
  • Cook the mixture for 1-2 minutes, then add the Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, brown sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and chicken stock to the pan.
  • Bring everything up to a bubble, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer the sauce until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • While the sauce is simmering, place a large cast-iron skillet over med-high heat with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper and cook it until golden brown on all sides, 5-6 minutes.
  • When the chicken is golden brown, pour the thickened barbecue sauce into the cast-iron skillet and add the bourbon, but don't stir it inches.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and very carefully flame the alcohol by using a match or barbecue lighter.
  • Return the pan to the heat and allow the alcohol to cook out of the bourbon; it'll be ready when the flames die away.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and reserve on a heat-safe surface while you prepare the corn bread.
  • In a mixing bowl, prepare the corn bread batter according to the package directions.
  • Fold the scallions and 1/2 cup cheese into the batter and spoon it evenly over the top of the barbecue chicken.
  • Sprinkle the rest of the shredded cheese over the corn bread and transfer the skillet to the oven.
  • Bake until the corn bread is golden brown and baked through, about 15 minutes.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 661.5, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 127.7, Sodium 1141.3, Carbohydrate 59.9, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 24.6, Protein 47.2

BOURBON AND BROWN SUGAR BARBECUE SAUCE



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Bourbon brings out a smoky flavor in this homemade barbecue sauce.

Provided by Steven Raichlen

Categories     Sauce     Bourbon     Mustard     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Backyard BBQ     Low Cholesterol     Molasses     Simmer     Boil     Bon Appétit     Sauce Secrets

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup bourbon
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons mild (light) molasses
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
11/2 teaspoons liquid smoke
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring all ingredients to boil in saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer until sauce is reduced to 2 cups, stirring often, about 10 minutes. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Cover; chill. Use at room temperature.

Tips:

- **Use a variety of citrus:** While this recipe calls for oranges, you can also use other citrus fruits like grapefruit, lemons, or limes. This will add a different flavor profile to your sauce. - **Don't overcook the sauce:** The sauce should be cooked until it has thickened, but you don't want to overcook it, or it will lose its flavor. - **Use a good quality bourbon:** The bourbon you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the sauce. Choose a bourbon that you enjoy drinking neat. - **Experiment with different spices:** The spices in this recipe are just a suggestion. You can add or remove spices to suit your own taste.

Conclusion:

This orange bourbon barbecue sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on chicken, pork, beef, or fish. It's also great as a dipping sauce for appetizers. With its sweet, tangy, and smoky flavor, this sauce is sure to be a hit at your next barbecue.

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