Hot BBQ Recipes & Sizzling Tips to Turn Up Your Summer Parties
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I’ve tested over 20 wing sauces and these are the ones that actually got people to text me for the recipe.
5 Summer Wing Sauces You’ll Want to Put on Everything
How to Make Banana Pepper Wing Sauce
This tangy and slightly sweet sauce adds a zesty kick to your wings. Combining banana pepper rings, white vinegar, honey, and spices creates a flavorful blend that will elevate your wing game. It's super easy to make, and the result is delicious!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup banana pepper rings
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a blender or food processor, combine banana pepper rings, white vinegar, honey, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Blend until smooth and well combined.
Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before tossing it with your favorite wings or using it as a dipping sauce. Enjoy the tangy and slightly sweet flavor of this banana pepper wing sauce!
Raspberry Glaze Wing Sauce:
This raspberry sauce made my cousin cry in the best way. Made with fresh raspberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, and a touch of Dijon mustard, this glaze is perfect for coating wings or using as a dipping sauce. The burst of raspberry flavor combined with the tanginess of balsamic vinegar is divine.
Ingredients:
1 cup fresh raspberries
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a small saucepan, combine fresh raspberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, and Dijon mustard.
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the raspberries break down and the mixture thickens slightly about 10-15 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve to remove any seeds.
Allow the raspberry glaze to cool before coating wings or as a dipping sauce. Enjoy the sweet and tangy flavor with a hint of balsamic richness!
Spicy Garlic Ranch Wing Sauce:
You’re not ready for how fast these will disappear at your cookout. This creamy and tangy sauce, made with Greek yogurt, garlic, hot sauce, and a hint of lemon juice, offers a zesty kick balanced by the richness of the yogurt.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried dill
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, hot sauce, fresh lemon juice, dried dill, and onion powder.
Mix until well combined.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Use immediately as a creamy and tangy wing sauce, or refrigerate for a couple of hours to allow the flavors to meld together even more.
Enjoy the zesty kick of garlic and hot sauce balanced by the creamy richness of Greek yogurt!
Spicy Peanut Wings (For When You're Feeling Bold)
If you're a fan of unique flavor combinations, the Spicy Peanut Wing Sauce is right up your alley. This sauce features a delicious blend of peanut butter, rice vinegar, honey, Sriracha sauce, and a touch of ginger, creating a mouthwatering combination of spicy, nutty, and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients:
1/4 cup peanut butter (unsweetened)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt to taste
Chopped peanuts for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
In a small saucepan, combine peanut butter, rice vinegar, honey, Sriracha sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and garlic powder.
Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the peanut butter is melted and the ingredients are well combined.
Season with salt to taste.
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly.
Drizzle the spicy peanut sauce over cooked wings and garnish with chopped peanuts if desired. Enjoy the delicious combination of spicy, nutty, and savory flavors!
Sour Cream and Onion Dry Rub:
The Dry Rub Everyone Asks Me For. The mixture of dried minced onion, parsley, chives, and savory spices gives your chicken wings an irresistible, herbaceous flavor. It's perfect for those who prefer a drier and less saucy option.
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon dried chives
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
In a bowl, combine dried minced onion, dried parsley, dried chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Mix until well combined.
Rub the mixture evenly over the surface of your chicken wings before baking or grilling.
Let the wings marinate with the dry rub for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Cook the wings according to your preferred method until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve hot and enjoy the savory, herbaceous flavor of this sour cream and onion dry rub!
Refreshing Drinks and Cocktails
I always like to set up a little DIY drink area with different mixers, garnishes, and spirits so everyone can mix their custom drinks. It's a fun and interactive way to keep the party going.
This sangria is dangerously easy to drink. Consider yourself warned:
Ingredients:
1 bottle of red wine (such as Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon)
1/4 cup brandy
1/4 cup orange liqueur (such as triple sec or Cointreau)
2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
1 orange, sliced
1 lemon, sliced
1 lime, sliced
2 tablespoons honey (or more to taste)
1-2 cups sparkling water or club soda
Ice cubes
Instructions:
In a large pitcher, combine the red wine, brandy, and orange liqueur.
Add the mixed berries, orange slices, lemon slices, and lime slices to the pitcher.
Drizzle the honey over the fruit.
Stir gently to combine, ensuring the honey dissolves.
Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
Just before serving, add the sparkling water or club soda to the pitcher and stir gently.
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the sangria over the ice.
Garnish with additional fresh berries or citrus slices if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing and fruity flavors of this June Sangria!
Crave-worthy Desserts
As promised, here's a simple and delicious recipe for a classic berry cobbler:
Classic Berry Cobbler:
Ingredients:
4 cups mixed berries (such as raspberries, blueberries, blackberries)
1 cup granulated golden sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup all-purpose unbleached flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon Celtic salt
1 cup organic milk (I love Good Culture)
1/2 cup unsalted grass-fed butter, melted
Organic vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, gently toss the mixed berries with 1/2 cup of the sugar and lemon juice. Let it sit while you prepare the batter.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add in the milk and melted butter, stirring until smooth.
4. Pour the batter into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spoon the berry mixture over the batter.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the cobbler is golden brown and the berries are bubbling.
6. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dollop of whipped cream.
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