Description
Sizzling Jack Daniel’s marinade elevates ordinary meats into a spectacular grilling sensation that promises rich, whiskey-infused flavor. Bourbon-glazed recipes bring smoky southern charm directly to your backyard barbecue, ensuring you savor each mouthwatering bite.
Ingredients
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Liquor Base:
- 1/2 cup Jack Daniels whiskey
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
Savory Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
Spice and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and locate a medium-sized mixing bowl for combining the marinade components.
- Pour Jack Daniels whiskey into the bowl, creating a robust liquid foundation for the grilling sauce.
- Add dark brown sugar to the whiskey, whisking vigorously until the sugar completely dissolves and creates a smooth, glossy mixture.
- Incorporate soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to blend the savory elements with the whiskey base.
- Mix in apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard, which will introduce tangy and sharp undertones to the marinade.
- Finely mince garlic cloves and sprinkle them into the liquid mixture, ensuring even distribution of aromatic flavors.
- Season the marinade with black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper, stirring thoroughly to integrate the spices throughout the sauce.
- Drizzle olive oil into the mixture, whisking continuously to emulsify and create a cohesive, well-blended grilling sauce.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and intensify before using as a marinade or basting sauce.
- Use immediately on grilled meats or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Enhance flavor depth by letting the marinade sit overnight, allowing whiskey and spices to fully infuse into the sauce.
- Adjust spice levels by gradually adding cayenne pepper, ensuring heat doesn’t overpower the complex whiskey undertones.
- Create a non-alcoholic version by substituting Jack Daniels with apple juice or beef broth, maintaining similar richness and complexity.
- Reduce sodium content by using low-sodium soy sauce and minimizing added salt, making the marinade more heart-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 124
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 172 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg