Herb Butter

Herb Butter

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Ingredients

about 1/2 cup (enough for 3 dozen oysters) Servings

Instructions

  • Pulse herbs and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped.
  • Add butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice and process until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
  • DO AHEAD: Butter can be made 3 days ahead.
  • Cover and chill.
  • Bring to room temperature before using.
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Course; Barbecue / Butter

BBQ Turkey

BBQ turkey combines juicy slow-roasted turkey with smoky barbecue flavor, butter, apples, onions, and white wine for a rich outdoor holiday-style meal. The turkey stays moist while the grill creates gentle smoky flavor around the crispy golden skin. Apples, onions, garlic, and butter inside the bird slowly release flavor during cooking, creating tender meat packed with savory richness.

This turkey recipe remains popular because it transforms a traditional roast turkey into a flavorful barbecue centerpiece. Cooking the bird slowly over low grill heat helps preserve moisture while the wine and butter create extra richness throughout the turkey. The result feels comforting, impressive, and perfect for outdoor gatherings.

Why BBQ turkey stays juicy during slow grilling

The popularity of BBQ turkey continues to grow because low-temperature grilling allows the turkey to cook evenly while remaining tender and juicy. Butter spread under and over the skin helps lock in moisture while the grill creates light smoky flavor around the outside of the bird.

Another reason this barbecue turkey recipe works so well is the flavorful stuffing mixture. Apples and onions release sweetness and moisture while garlic and butter create rich savory depth inside the turkey during cooking.

Barbecue turkey develops rich flavor with butter and wine

The butter and white wine play an important role in this barbecue turkey recipe because they keep the turkey moist throughout the long cooking process. The wine gently steams inside the roasting pan while the butter bastes the turkey naturally as it cooks.

If you enjoy smoky barbecue poultry recipes, you may also like our BBQ Turkey Burgers, another flavorful turkey recipe packed with grilled barbecue flavor.

Texture plays an important role in this recipe. The turkey skin becomes lightly crisp and golden while the inside remains juicy and tender. Allowing the turkey to rest before carving also helps keep the meat moist after cooking.

Cooking the turkey breast-side up during the final stage helps crisp the skin while preserving tenderness inside the bird. Removing the foil near the end of cooking also creates richer color and deeper barbecue flavor around the turkey.

BBQ turkey works perfectly for outdoor family dinners

This BBQ turkey recipe works wonderfully for family dinners, outdoor holidays, and weekend cookouts because the grill handles most of the cooking. The slow roasting process creates deep flavor while keeping preparation surprisingly simple.

The turkey pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, stuffing, grilled corn, salads, or fresh bread. Leftover turkey also works perfectly for sandwiches, wraps, soups, and salads the following day.

Proper food handling remains important whenever preparing poultry. Turkey should always be cooked fully and handled carefully during preparation and grilling. For additional poultry preparation and grilling safety guidance, visit the FDA.

Ultimately, BBQ turkey delivers smoky barbecue flavor, juicy roasted poultry texture, and rich buttery flavor in a comforting recipe perfect for outdoor family meals and special occasions.

BBQ turkey served on a rustic wooden table with roasted turkey and smoky barbecue flavor

BBQ Turkey

Juicy barbecue turkey with butter, apples, onions, garlic, and white wine.
Couverts4 servings
Preparation 30 minutes
Preparation time:4 hours
estimated costs pp $8.95 per person
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Equipment

  • Aluminum roasting pan
  • Barbecue grill
  • Knife
  • Large bowl
  • aluminum foil

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the gas grill to low heat.
  • Spread butter over the turkey inside and outside.
  • Rub the chicken soup base over the turkey.
  • Cut the remaining butter into cubes.
  • Combine onions, apples, garlic, and butter cubes in a large bowl.
  • Stuff the turkey with the mixture.
  • Transfer the turkey to an aluminum roasting pan.
  • Fold the skin around the neck opening.
  • Turn the turkey breast-side up.
  • Pour the white wine into the roasting pan.
  • Cover the turkey loosely with aluminum foil.
  • Place the roasting pan onto the grill.
  • Close the grill lid and roast for 4 hours.
  • Remove the foil during the final minutes of cooking.
  • Allow the turkey to rest for 20 minutes before carving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Notes

Allowing the turkey to rest after cooking helps keep the meat juicy and easier to carve.

Serve Tip

Serve this turkey with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, stuffing, or grilled seasonal vegetables.

Variations

Add fresh herbs, smoked paprika, citrus slices, or maple glaze for extra barbecue flavor variations.

Wine Advice

A smooth Chardonnay pairs beautifully with the buttery turkey and smoky barbecue flavor.

Nutrition values

Calories: 690 kcal | koolhydraten: 11 g | Eiwitten: 58 g | Vet: 42 g | Verzadigd vet: 17 g | Natrium: 760 mg | Suiker: 7 g
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Grilled Turkey Legs

Grilled Turkey Legs

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
  • Grease grate with oil.
  • Add sugar, hot sauce, red pepper, pepper, and onion into a large pot.
  • Add lemon flavored soda and turkey legs to the pot and bring to a boil.
  • Cook 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Pick onion slices out of the mixture.
  • Set onions on grill and place turkey on top.
  • Drizzle with honey, and sprinkle steak seasoning over it.
  • Cook until a crisp browned crust has formed on the turkey legs, 20-30 minutes.
  • Flip once in between.
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Course; Barbecue / Poultry / Turkey

Spicy Grilled Shrimp

Spicy Grilled Shrimp

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat grill for medium heat.
  • Combine the garlic with the salt, in a small bowl.
  • Add cayenne pepper and paprika, and pour in olive oil and lemon juice to form a paste.
  • Add shrimp to garlic paste and toss until evenly coated.
  • Grease grill grate with oil.
  • Cook shrimp until opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Garnish with lemon wedges before serving.
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Course; Barbecue / Fish

Grilled Salmon with Cilantro Sauce

Grilled Salmon with Cilantro Sauce

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat grill for high heat.
  • Oil one side of a large sheet of aluminum foil and add salmon.
  • In a saucepan, add butter and melt over medium heat.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add cilantro and jalapeno and drizzle mixture over the salmon.
  • Place foil with salmon on the grill and season with Old Bay.
  • Cook until fish is tender, about 15 minutes.
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Course; Barbecue / Fish

Sweet Smoked Pork Ribs

Sweet Smoked Pork Ribs

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, stir together the salt, white sugar, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, white pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, chili powder, cumin powder, and paprika.
  • Stir until well combined.
  • Coat the baby back ribs with the spice mixture on all sides.
  • Wrap ribs with plastic wrap.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Place ribs onto the wire racks of the smoker, making sure not to overlap.
  • Place the racks into a smoker, add, apple, grape, pear, or cherry chips, and bring the smoker to 270 degrees F.
  • Smoke for an hour.
  • In a bowl, add apple juice, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and the barbeque sauce.
  • Brush the ribs with the sauce every few minutes after the first hour.
  • Cook the ribs for about 3-4 hours.
  • Wrap ribs in aluminum foil, and set aside for 10 to 15 minutes.
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Course; Barbecue / Pork

Chinese BBQ Pork

Chinese BBQ pork combines tender pork, soy sauce, honey, hoisin, and Chinese spices into a sweet and savory barbecue recipe packed with rich Asian-inspired flavor. The pork develops a glossy caramelized coating while grilling, creating smoky charred edges and juicy meat with deep umami richness.

This barbecue pork recipe remains popular because the marinade creates authentic Chinese-style flavor using simple ingredients and easy preparation. Soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, and Chinese rice wine combine into a rich glaze that perfectly complements grilled pork.

Why Chinese BBQ pork becomes tender and flavorful

The popularity of Chinese BBQ pork continues to grow because the sweet and savory marinade helps tenderize the pork while building deep flavor during grilling. Marinating the pork for several hours also allows the soy sauce and spices to penetrate the meat fully.

Another reason this grilled pork recipe works so well is the balance between sweetness, saltiness, and smoky barbecue flavor. Honey and brown sugar caramelize beautifully while hoisin sauce adds rich umami depth.

Hoisin and soy sauce create classic Chinese barbecue flavor

The combination of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, Chinese rice wine, and five-spice powder gives this Chinese BBQ pork its signature flavor. The marinade creates glossy caramelization around the pork while preserving juicy tenderness inside.

If you enjoy flavorful barbecue pork recipes, you may also like our BBQ Teriyaki Pork Kabobs, another Asian-inspired grilled pork recipe packed with smoky flavor.

Texture plays an important role in this recipe. The pork becomes lightly charred and caramelized on the outside while remaining juicy and tender inside. Cooking the pork slowly over the grill also helps create rich smoky flavor without drying the meat.

The water container placed on the grill helps maintain moisture during cooking while supporting more even heat throughout the barbecue. This also helps preserve tenderness inside the pork strips during the longer grilling time.

Perfect pork recipe for barbecue dinners and Asian-inspired meals

This Chinese BBQ pork recipe works perfectly for outdoor dinners, summer grilling, and barbecue gatherings because the pork develops bold sweet savory flavor while remaining juicy and tender throughout cooking.

The pork pairs wonderfully with steamed rice, grilled vegetables, noodles, stir-fried greens, fresh salads, or Asian-inspired dipping sauces. Sliced green onions and sesame seeds also make excellent garnishes before serving.

Proper food handling remains important whenever preparing pork and marinades. Pork should always stay refrigerated during marinating and should be cooked safely before serving. For additional meat preparation and grilling safety guidance, visit the FDA.

Ultimately, Chinese BBQ pork delivers sweet savory glaze, smoky grilled richness, tender pork texture, and bold Asian barbecue flavor in a delicious recipe perfect for outdoor grilling and family dinners.

Chinese BBQ pork served on a rustic wooden table with hoisin glazed grilled pork

Chinese BBQ Pork

Sweet and savory grilled pork with hoisin glaze and smoky Chinese barbecue flavor.
Couverts4 servings
Preparation 15 minutes
Preparation time:1 hour 20 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total time 3 hours 35 minutes
estimated costs pp $7.25 per person
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Equipment

  • Barbecue grill
  • Large resealable bag
  • Saucepan
  • Tongs

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Cut the pork tenderloins into strips with the grain.
  • Place the pork into a large resealable bag.
  • Combine soy sauce, honey, ketchup, brown sugar, Chinese rice wine, hoisin sauce, red food coloring, and Chinese five-spice powder in a saucepan.
  • Cook for 2 to 3 minutes while stirring occasionally.
  • Pour the marinade over the pork.
  • Seal the bag and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Preheat the barbecue grill over medium-high heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grates.
  • Remove the pork from the marinade.
  • Place the pork onto the grill.
  • Cook for 20 minutes while turning occasionally.
  • Place a container of water onto the grill.
  • Continue cooking for about 1 hour until the pork is cooked through and caramelized.
  • Serve hot.

Notes & Wine Advice

Notes

The water container on the grill helps maintain moisture and keeps the pork tender during cooking.

Serve Tip

Serve this pork with steamed rice, noodles, stir-fried vegetables, or fresh salads.

Variations

Add garlic, ginger, sesame oil, chili flakes, or extra hoisin sauce for deeper Asian barbecue flavor.

Wine Advice

A fruity Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with the sweet savory glaze and smoky grilled pork.

Nutrition values

Calories: 430 kcal | koolhydraten: 28 g | Eiwitten: 36 g | Vet: 18 g | Verzadigd vet: 5 g | Natrium: 980 mg | Suiker: 22 g
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Cuisine; Asia / China
Season: All Seasons
Occasions Family Dinner

BBQ Teriyaki Pork Kabobs

Teriyaki pork kabobs combine juicy pork loin, sweet pineapple, grilled vegetables, and rich teriyaki-style sauce into a colorful barbecue recipe packed with smoky flavor. The pork absorbs the savory soy marinade while the pineapple caramelizes lightly on the grill, creating the perfect balance between sweet and savory barbecue flavor.

This kabob recipe remains popular because it combines tender grilled meat with fresh vegetables and bold Asian-inspired flavor. Mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, and pineapple cook alongside the pork, creating skewers filled with smoky barbecue character and vibrant texture.

Why teriyaki pork kabobs work perfectly on the grill

The popularity of teriyaki pork kabobs continues to grow because pork loin stays juicy while absorbing rich soy and garlic flavor during marinating. Grilling the skewers over high heat also helps caramelize the sauce while lightly charring the vegetables and pineapple.

Another reason these pork kabobs work so well is the variety of flavors and textures on every skewer. Tender pork pairs beautifully with juicy tomatoes, smoky mushrooms, crisp onions, and sweet pineapple chunks.

Sweet pineapple balances smoky grilled pork

The pineapple gives these teriyaki pork kabobs extra sweetness and freshness while balancing the savory soy marinade. As the pineapple grills, its natural sugars caramelize slightly and create deeper flavor around the skewers.

If you enjoy Asian-inspired barbecue recipes, you may also like our Beef In Hoisin And Ginger Sauce, another flavorful grilled recipe packed with sweet and savory barbecue flavor.

Texture plays an important role in this recipe. The pork stays juicy while the vegetables soften slightly on the grill. The mushrooms absorb smoky flavor while the onions become sweet and lightly caramelized during cooking.

The homemade teriyaki-style sauce also helps create rich glossy flavor around the skewers. Soy sauce, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and broth combine into a smooth sauce that coats the pork and vegetables beautifully during grilling.

Perfect for summer cookouts and easy grilling

These teriyaki pork kabobs work perfectly for outdoor dinners, casual gatherings, and summer cookouts because the skewers cook quickly and look impressive on a platter. Preparing the skewers ahead of time also makes grilling easier once guests arrive.

The kabobs pair wonderfully with steamed rice, noodles, grilled vegetables, salads, or fresh bread. Extra teriyaki sauce brushed over the skewers right before serving also adds additional smoky sweetness.

Proper food handling remains important whenever preparing raw pork and marinades. Pork should always be cooked safely and handled carefully during marinating and grilling. For additional meat preparation and grilling safety guidance, visit the FDA.

Ultimately, teriyaki pork kabobs deliver smoky barbecue flavor, juicy grilled pork, sweet pineapple, and savory Asian-inspired sauce in a colorful recipe perfect for summer grilling and outdoor meals.

teriyaki pork kabobs served on a rustic wooden table with grilled pork and pineapple skewers

BBQ Teriyaki Pork Kabobs

Juicy grilled pork skewers with pineapple, vegetables, and teriyaki-style sauce.
Couverts4 servings
Preparation 25 minutes
Preparation time:15 minutes
Total time 40 minutes
estimated costs pp $5.95 per person
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Equipment

  • Barbecue grill
  • Bowls
  • Knife
  • Saucepan
  • Skewers

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
  • Add the pork cubes and coat evenly with the marinade.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours.
  • Combine beef broth, cornstarch, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger in a saucepan.
  • Bring the sauce to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Preheat the barbecue grill to high heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grates.
  • Thread pork, mushrooms, onion, tomatoes, and pineapple onto skewers.
  • Place the skewers onto the grill.
  • Cook for 15 minutes while turning occasionally.
  • Brush the skewers with sauce during grilling.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes & Wine Advice

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water before grilling to help prevent burning on the barbecue.

Serve Tip

Serve these pork kabobs with rice, noodles, grilled vegetables, or fresh green salads.

Variations

Add bell peppers, zucchini, chili flakes, or sesame seeds for extra flavor and texture.

Wine Advice

A fruity Riesling pairs beautifully with the sweet pineapple and savory teriyaki glaze.

Nutrition values

Calories: 420 kcal | koolhydraten: 14 g | Eiwitten: 34 g | Vet: 24 g | Verzadigd vet: 6 g | Natrium: 790 mg | Suiker: 10 g
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Cuisine; Asia / Japanese
Season: Summer
Occasions Summerpartys

Grilled Spicy Lamb Burgers.

Grilled Spicy Lamb Burgers.

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat grill for medium heat.
  • In a large bowl, stir together, the lamb, mint, oregano, garlic, sherry, cilantro, vinegar, molasses, salt, black pepper, cumin, allspice and red pepper flakes.
  • Shape into 4 patties.
  • Grease grill with oil.
  • Cook burgers until well done, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Place pita pocket briefly on the grill.
  • Wrap burgers in pitas.
  • Add feta cheese.
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Course; Barbecue / Burgers / Lamb

Lemon and Thyme Lamb Chops.

Lemon and Thyme Lamb Chops.

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, add olive oil, lemon juice, and thyme; stir until well combined.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Brush lamb chops with the olive oil mixture.
  • Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat grill for high heat.
  • Grease grill with oil.
  • Discard marinade before placing meat onto the grill.
  • Cook for 10 minutes, turning once.
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Course; Barbecue / Lamb