Sauces (not BBQ)

[Fire Me Boy!]

We've done a ton of BBQ sauce threads, but I couldn't find something like this. I'm curious what homemade/store-bought sauces are your go-to accouterments for steaks, chicken, fish, veg, whatever...

I made an herb gravy last night with my steaks that was just outstanding from Nom Nom Paleo: http://nomnompaleo.com/post/16343464...ecipe?516ef900

I improvised a red wine sauce a couple weeks ago with some jus from a roast that turned out really well.

Discus.

[Bearcat]

Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

We've been using this a lot lately. Great on pork and chicken.

Hmm... they have a lot of good looking stuff... might have to grab some of that and a jar or two of apple butter.

[Ceej]

Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

Whole Foods.

You can order it online, but for some reason it's nearly double the price.

Eff.

Shows they only carry it in OP.

I'm in Topeka.

And as exquisite as it looks -- I won't be paying double to have it shipped.

[bevischief]

Lowey's marinades have yet to try a bad one. Also Salsa the hotter the better on chicken is great as well.

[Baby Lee]

Originally Posted by CJizzles

I live in an apartment.

"Grilling" consists of the ole' Foreman grill.

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- reminds me of law school days. I too lived in an apartment, but it happened to be the PERFECT apartment for grilling. The first floor [a restaurant] was deeper than the second [apartments]. So right outside my bedroom window was a flat roof that was about 3 feet below my window sill. So I had one of those mini-Webers out there. Could go to the window, check on the food, then scoot back in front of the TV.

[Ceej]

Originally Posted by Baby Lee

- reminds me of law school days. I too lived in an apartment, but it happened to be the PERFECT apartment for grilling. The first floor [a restaurant] was deeper than the second [apartments]. So right outside my bedroom window was a flat roof that was about 3 feet below my window sill. So I had one of those mini-Webers out there. Could go to the window, check on the food, then scoot back in front of the TV.

Yeah. It is a Foreman grill. Therefore it is GRILLING!

It beats eating out. So I can handle it for another 10 months.

[Josh007]

I had some Aji sauce recently at a Peruvian restaurant in Costa Rica and it is probably the best sauce I have ever had. I can handle about any kind of spice but this had me sweating. Been trying to find a good recipe online and found the Aji peppers at a local Mexican grocer.

[In58men]

Originally Posted by CJizzles

I live in an apartment.

"Grilling" consists of the ole' Foreman grill.

.

That'll work

[Just Passin' By]

Originally Posted by TrickyNicky

I don't use as much vinegar, but I do use Mirin (sweetened rice wine) or honey in the place of sugar. Even better with Sriracha.

I adjust the vinegar and sugar quite a bit, depending on what I'm making. I'll also toss in some solids (i.e. minced garlic) if it's going to be marinating for a while. The honey seems like a very nice idea for a substitution, so I'll give that a try.

[mlyonsd]

Flank or iron steak marinade:

3/4 C soy sauce
1/4 C ketchup
1/4 C chopped onions
1 1/2 T sesame oil

Marinade steak for at least 4 hours in a ziploc, turning occasionally. Discard marinade and grill 6 minutes a side or less depending on how you like it.

Grill veggies of your choice on the side.

We like it sliced thinly, across the grain of course.

Everyone I pass this to loves it.

[Hammock Parties]

http://www.robertrothschild.com/Prod...spx?prodID=184

[Frosty]

Here's a good sauce to pour over chicken and (basmati) rice:

1 can coconut milk
2T peanut or sesame oil
4T soy sauce
2t yellow curry powder
2T sugar or Splenda
1/2 t salt
1/2 t lime juice
1/2 t pepper (fresh ground)

Mix everything together in a saucepan and heat on medium until warm.

I like to add a splash of fish sauce to it

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I have an excellent marinade, too. It works especially well for beef. We use it to marinate boneless beef ribs and then grill them.

Crying Tiger Marinade

1/2 cup fish sauce
1T garlic
1t pepper
1t sugar
2T lemongrass
2T soy sauce
3T peanut oil
Thai chili powder to taste

Mix it up in a ziplock bag and marinate the meat (about 3 lbs works for this amount) overnight, turning the bag occasionally.

[listopencil]

Originally Posted by CJizzles

Good thread, FMB.

And I hope you don't mind if I impose.

I've been eating a lot of grilled chicken lately.

Does anyone have any dry rubs (brand, homemade, etc) they recommend?

Also any marinades?

Figured this thread was suitable to ask.

• 6 tablespoons curry powder
• 3 tablespoons coarse salt
• 4 teaspoons crushed red pepper
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon ground coriander
• 1 tablespoon dried mint
• 2 teaspoons turmeric
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger

Store in an airtight container.

[Predarat]

It may be A1, but its damn good.

[sedated]

Originally Posted by CJizzles

I've been eating a lot of grilled chicken lately.

Does anyone have any dry rubs (brand, homemade, etc) they recommend?

Also any marinades?

I’ve been doing the healthy chicken thing for years now, so I’ve experimented quite a bit.

My basic chicken rub has:
• Garlic powder
• Paprika
• Basil
• Chipotle powder
• Black Pepper
• Crushed Red Pepper
• Seasoned Salt

If you are near a Penzey’s Spices place, get some Northwoods or Northwoods Fire; great on chicken. In a pinch I also like Montreal Spicy Steak rub.

The thing I don’t like about chicken is that the flavors don’t really penetrate, even with a marinade. So I have gotten into the habit of cutting the chicken into pieces before putting on a rub and cooking.

If you want to make it into a marinade, just mix the spices with olive oil.

[sedated]

Here’s a simple Asian sauce for chicken (no need to put anything on the chicken other than salt and pepper):

• Sugar
• Chicken stock
• Lemon Juice
• Soy sauce
• Corn starch

Simmer until thickened, serve with chicken and rice – instant Chinese.