Best 6 Summer Citrus Bbq Sauce Recipes

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Summer citrus bbq sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to enhance the flavor of a variety of grilled dishes. This sauce is made with a combination of sweet and tangy citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons, and limes, as well as a variety of spices and herbs. It is a great way to add a burst of freshness to your favorite grilled meats, chicken, fish, or vegetables. With its bright and flavorful taste, summer citrus bbq sauce is sure to become a staple in your outdoor cooking repertoire.

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CITRUS-BARBECUE SAUCE



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The orange juice concentrate serves as the perfect base for this easy-to-make barbecue sauce.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield 14 servings, about 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (6 oz.) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1-1/3 cups HEINZ Tomato Ketchup
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
2 Tbsp. LEA & PERRINS Worcestershire Sauce
2 tsp. HEINZ Yellow Mustard

Steps:

  • Bring ingredients to boil in saucepan on medium heat, stirring frequently.
  • Simmer on medium-low heat 5 min., stirring occasionally. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 280 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

CITRUS BBQ CHICKEN



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The bright, tangy flavors of orange and lemon come together with this easy bbq sauce base to pull triple-duty as marinade, glaze, and sauce.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 skin-on chicken leg quarters, cut into 8 pieces
1 1/3 cups ketchup
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
Juice and zest of 1 orange
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
3 cloves garlic, grated
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Put the chicken in a large resealable plastic bag.
  • Whisk the ketchup, brown sugar, orange zest and juice, lemon zest and juice, garlic, Dijon, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of black pepper together in a 4-cup liquid measuring cup (or alternatively a medium bowl) until combined.
  • Remove 1 cup of the sauce and add the remaining sauce to the resealable plastic bag with the chicken. Seal and toss the bag to evenly coat the chicken. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 1 hour and up to overnight.
  • Meanwhile, add the remaining sauce to a small saucepan. Bring the sauce to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes. Reserve reduced sauce for glazing and serving.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and allow any excess marinade to drip off. Arrange the chicken skin-side down on the grill, leaving some space between each. Cook until deep grill marks form and releases easily from the grill, about 4 minutes. Flip the chicken skin-side up. Cover the grill and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of each thigh reads 165 degrees F, 20 to 25 minutes more.
  • Brush the skin side of the chicken with some of the reduced sauce. Flip the chicken pieces and brush the other side of the chicken with the sauce and continue to cook, sauce-side down, for an additional minute. Flip and grill for 1 minute more. Transfer the chicken to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Serve the chicken with the remainder of the sauce.

SUMMERTIME BARBECUE SAUCE



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When my daughter was seven, she would come home from school and eat this sauce by the spoonfuls. Company loves it, too, on pork chops or ribs. Every time I make it, someone asks for the recipe! -Diane C Shipley, Mentor, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 3 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups finely chopped onion
1 cup canola oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups water
3 cups ketchup
1-1/3 cups lemon juice
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup prepared mustard
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons steak sauce
2 tablespoons Liquid Smoke, optional
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Cool. Transfer to storage containers; cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 527mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

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.

SUMMER CITRUS BBQ SAUCE



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I was looking for something simple and different with a citrus touch and stumbled onto this quick BBQ sauce, especially for chicken. I use this all summer. It's good on beef, too, but best on chicken.

Provided by Ben Lankheet

Categories     BBQ Sauce

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup sweet and smoky-style barbeque sauce (such as Sweet Baby Ray's® Hickory & Brown Sugar)
lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon soybean oil (vegetable oil)

Steps:

  • Stir barbeque sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and oil together in a bowl until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 370.5 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

PULLED PORK WITH BBQ CITRUS SAUCE



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A summer favorite served on buns with potato skins and salad. Great for outdoor dinner parties and kids just love them. NOTE: For something unique try adding your favorite coleslaw over the pork inside the roll for a nice cool crunch.

Provided by Leahferne

Categories     Pork

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 sandwiches, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 lbs boneless pork roast, trimmed and cubed
1/2 large onion, diced
5 garlic cloves, smashed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup orange juice
1 (18 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce (I like to use Bull'seye Brand)
2 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 sandwich buns

Steps:

  • * In a large frying heat oil over medium-high heat and add pork, garlic and onion. Sear for 5 minutes stirring frequently. Add everything but the rolls and mix well.
  • * Cover, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour.
  • * Remove cover and turn up stove to medium heat for 30 minutes to cook off excess liquid.
  • * Shred pork quickly by pressing pork with a potato masher. If no masher use 2 forks.
  • * Spoon into warm buns and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 939.4, Fat 33, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 259.9, Sodium 1240.1, Carbohydrate 63, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 31.9, Protein 90.8

Tips:

  • Use fresh citrus fruits: Fresh citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons, and limes, will give your BBQ sauce the best flavor. Choose fruits that are ripe and juicy.
  • Zest your citrus fruits: Zesting your citrus fruits will add a burst of flavor to your BBQ sauce. Use a microplane or a fine grater to remove the zest from the fruits.
  • Use a variety of spices: A variety of spices, such as garlic, ginger, cumin, and chili powder, will give your BBQ sauce a complex flavor. Experiment with different spices to find a combination that you like.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make citrus BBQ sauce. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and techniques to find a recipe that you love.

Conclusion:

Citrus BBQ sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's perfect for grilling, roasting, or baking chicken, pork, seafood, and vegetables. Citrus BBQ sauce is also a great way to add flavor to sandwiches, wraps, and salads. With its bright and tangy flavor, citrus BBQ sauce is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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