Classic BBQ Marinade
A quick and easy classic bbq marinade for grilling beef, chicken or pork.
Equipment
- 1 shallow dish or zip lock bag
Ingredients
- ½ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for heat
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk all ingredients together until smooth and well combined.
- Place meat in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over it.
- Turn meat to coat evenly, cover (or seal), and refrigerate for the appropriate marinating time (see notes).
- Remove meat from the marinade before grilling and discard the leftover marinade.
Notes
Chicken: Marinate for 1 to 2 hours. Great on thighs, breasts, or drumsticks. Don’t go longer—vinegar and mustard can affect texture.
Pork: Marinate for 2 to 4 hours. Excellent on chops, ribs, or tenderloin.
Beef: Marinate for 4 to 8 hours. Ideal for steaks or short ribs. This marinade adds great smoky-sweet flavor and helps build a caramelized crust on the grill.